Nurse Practitioner – Primary School Based Health – Full Time
Confidential
About this job
Description
Summary:
Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Interprets data, develops and implements therapeutic plans, and follows through on a continuum of care across the health-illness continuum in a school-based setting.
Candidates will be expected to follow policies and procedures and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.
Responsibilities:
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Provides diagnosis and treatment of common acute illnesses, prevention and maintenance healthcare to patients with stable chronic illnesses, perform physical examinations for patients within prescribed guidelines in a school-based setting
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Provide health education to patients as required.
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Maintain accurate records, medication lists, and documentation of care and follow-up for administrative purposes and reimbursement services.
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Maintains competence in clinical practice, supervises and intervenes with clinical issues and support/directs triage by clinical staff when necessary.
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Adheres to drug formulary developed by the practice.
Experience
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NP with family medicine experience is preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
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Current certification to practice as an Advance Nurse Practitioner in the State of Louisiana required.
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Board Certification as an advanced practice clinician is required
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American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment.
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ACLS certification recommended.
Work Schedule:
5 Days – 8 Hours
Work Type:
Full Time
Recruiter:
Richelle Howell
richelle.howell@christushealth.org
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