Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner opening - Three Rivers, MILocated 45m to South Bend, 73m to Grand RapidsPosition Details
- Full-time, permanent
- 7pm-7am, 7/7
- Working within the approved scope of practice as designated for this type of professional.
- Obtaining complete medical history and physical data on patients.
- Interpreting and integrating data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
- Performing a complete physical exam and recording findings. Collaborating with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
- Ordering appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
- Synthesizing data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
- Administering medications and injections according to physician direction. Suturing minor lacerations.
- Interviewing and advising patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommending community resources to meet patient and family needs.
- Instructing patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
- Maintaining and reviewing patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posting tests and examination results.
- Triaging patient telephone calls and providing consultation.
- Coordinating or when appropriate managing medical and surgical emergencies.
- Providing monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.