Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

The Per Diem Family Nurse Practitioner sees patients of all ages (0-99) to will examine and treat common acute illnesses, injuries, accidents and other injuries/illnesses; perform most medical services routinely handled within the scope of the advanced practice registered nurse’s practice; and perform selected laboratory testing, refer to specialists as needed, write prescriptions and perform office procedures within the scope of expertise protocols and available equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports and implements the organization’s vision, mission and value.
• Determines priorities and method of completing daily workload to ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in timely manner.
• Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner. This includes answering all general phone calls timely. Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers by being responsive to all inquiries in a timely manner.
• Fosters and promotes a culture of service excellence and accountability.
• Acquires and documents relevant history and physical examination.
• Makes professionally competent assessments and document those with all relevant problems.
• Develops reasonable plan, including treatment; referrals and use of drugs within scope of practice.
• Seeks help and guidance as necessary per protocol.
• Performs relevant procedures competently with complete documentation.
• Provides and consistently documents relevant education.
• Responds to patient special needs and appropriate requests including PAP drugs.
• Works appropriate hours to minimize patient wait time as well as help to relieve overload situations/help other providers.
• Acts and communicates in a professional manner to reduce friction with patients, providers, and staff.
• Maintains professional appearance in accordance with Gracelight Community Centers policies.
• Participates in peer review and orientation activities as requested.
• Cooperates with use of electronic medical records as requested.
• Uses discretion and judgment in handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Complies with organizational policies and procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Must be willing and able to work at all locations as needed to meet patient care needs.