Nurse Practitioner
| Company | ChenMed |
|---|---|
| Location | Evansville, IN, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Master’s |
| Experience Level | Junior, Mid Level |
Requirements
- ARNP or similar advanced degree in Nursing required
- Current Nurse Practitioner Certification in the State of practice required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w/in first 90 days of employment
- Current DEA number from the DEA for schedule II-V controlled substances may be required based on State of practice
- Demonstrated record of consistently achieving clinical performance metrics in current role
- Strong Critical Thinking and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Time management skills with the ability to work well under pressure
- Must be caring and empathetic and have great listening skills
- Must be detail-oriented, and able to pay close attention to patient charts, medications, and follow-up on details of patient care
- Basic computer skills and some knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- This position may require 50-75% of local travel
Responsibilities
- Independently assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems
- Performs and documents physical assessments and patient histories
- Analyzes trends in patient conditions and develops, documents and implements a patient management plan
- Plans patient care based on in-depth knowledge of the specific patient population and/or protocol
- Writes admission, transfers and discharges orders
- Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and diagnostic studies
- Orders appropriate medication and treatments
- Refers patients for consultation when indicated
- Documentation through in-depth progress notes and summaries
- May perform invasive procedures independently upon the completion of documented competency
- Participates in patient care rounds and conferences
- Communicates patient management strategies to members of the patient care team
- Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team
- Recognizes situations which require the immediate attention of a physician
- Initiates life-saving procedures when necessary
- Uses advanced communication skills to problem solve complex situations
Preferred Qualifications
- Board certification by AANP or ANCC is preferred but may be required for certain States
- A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience preferred, but willing to consider strong new graduates