Clinic Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

POSITION SUMMARY To provide effective, efficient and appropriate services to Cohesive patients to serve the communitys healthcare needs.Performs usual and customary duties of an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), i.e., taking patient history, performing physical exams, diagnosing, monitoring care, and counseling patients under the direct supervision of the designated physician POSITION QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications: Ability to project a professional Image.

Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

Knowledge of techniques and methods of patient care services and instructions for patients and their families.

Working knowledge and ability to apply professional standards of practice in job situations.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

People who have been found guilty by a court of abusing, neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in this position.

Freedom from illegal use of drugs.

Ability to perform each position responsibility satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

Ability to understand that safety is a condition of employment.

Unsafe acts or conditions will be reported to the supervisor Must be computer literate with ability to enter information into the EHR system and compile reports or data as requested.

Must be able to read, write and speak English.

POSITION DETAILS: Assist in developing clinical practice guidelines.

participates in provider and medical care team meetings.

Establishes positive relationships with local medical community and attends local medical society functions.

Obtains relevant health and medical history for H & Ps and consultants.Relays the information in a clear and concise manner with appropriate dictation and documentation.

Utilizes critical thinking skills to develop appropriate differential diagnosis based on history, exam and diagnostic test results Orders appropriate pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions and diagnostic testing.

Prepares a complete and accurate office note with pertinent information, accurate diagnosis and appropriate plan.

Develops a plan of care that is individualized and consistent with goals of the patient and guidelines with the understanding that reassessment and modification are necessary to achieve goals.

Provides continuity in managed care for patients with pre-existing long-term problems.

Makes appropriate referrals for secondary and tertiary care such as other health care professionals and community agencies.

Performs medical procedures according to privileges issued.

Acts as a resource and/or mentor for staff or students and promotes a safe work environment.

Well versed in the personal scope of practice according to the providers individual governing board.

Provides health maintenance visits, evaluations for immunizations ...