Provider
POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under the general guidance of the medical director and in accordance with the Iowa State Board of Nursing and/or the Iowa Board of Physician Assistants, the nurse practitioner and/or physician assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the appropriate medical practice guidelines. Provides medical care to patients of varying types and acuity and responsible for the continuous and comprehensive management of a broad range of health services. Utilizes the knowledge and skill acquired through specialized training, to promote health, prevent disease, and to assess patient health care management. Patient care is to be delivered in collaboration with and/or under the direct supervision of the physician. Performs assigned procedures and duties within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing or Iowa Board of Physician Assistants. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Licensed to practice in the state of Iowa.
- Must be registered under both state and federal Controlled Substances Acts
- Previous experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in a clinic Practice is preferred. Strong communications skills, verbal and written, required. Must possess well-developed interpersonal skills to work smoothly and productively with patients, as well as administrative, nursing and physician staff members. Must possess highly developed organizational skills and be very reliable, as this position requires daily access to patient information, which is extremely confidential. Strong computer skills and use of electronic medical records required.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Reports to Clinic Nurse Manager, Chief Operating Officer, or Chief Executive Officer
DIRECT REPORTS:
None
POSITION-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
- Obtains detailed patient medical history.
- Assesses physical status of patient through physical examination.
- Administers therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care.
- Orders X-rays, electrocardiograms, laboratory tests and other diagnostic procedures, and interprets results.
- Instructs patients on prescribed therapeutic regimens, home care and health maintenance.
- Prescribes medication for patients.
- Evaluates outcomes of direct patient care and consults with other specialists as required.
- Maintains required electronic medical records and records progress notes as to status, treatments and procedures.
- Provides preventative health care services to long-term patients and arranges consultations and referrals.
- Incorporate quality improvement data and/or patient satisfaction data in clinic goals.
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of regulations applicable to patient care and/or other clinic functions.
- Demonstrate fiscal accountability for clinic resources and the ability to achieve outcomes within allocated resources.
- Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
- Support and abide by all Standards of Behavior and Performance.
- Support the Mission, Vision, and Values of JCHC.
- Other duties as may be assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Works in a well-illuminated, climate-controlled environment
- May come in contact with hazardous chemical or treatment modalities
- Possibility exists of exposure to communicable diseases
- Involvement in inpatient care may result in unavoidable work-related illness or injury
- Work environment is comfortable, with minimal exposure to physical hazards
- Moderate to loud noise environment when machines/equipment in use
- Involvement in checking in/moving of supplies may result in unavoidable work-related injury
- Must be constantly alert for patient/family emergency situations
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