Rivers Health is seeking a night shift APRN Hospitalist to perform the following duties:

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.  The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below; and specific functions may change from time to time.

 

1. Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines of a collaborative agreement.

    

1. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs.

    

1. Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition.

 

1. Discusses case with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan when appropriate.

 

1. Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by Physician.

    

1. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures.

 

1. Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized

health resources for treatment.

1. Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills.

 

1. Fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration.

 

1. Participates in quality improvement activities including serving on

     Quality improvement teams.

 

1. Performs other duties that may be assigned.

 

1. Complies with Corporate Policies, Departmental Policies and

     Procedures and Personnel Employee Handbook.

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

 

 

EDUCATION AND FORMAL TRAINING:

 

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university.  Successfully completed a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.  Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner or specialty as

defined.

 

 

WORK EXPERIENCE:

 

One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

 

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents.  Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.  Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style.  Ability to make effective speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, and

public groups.