Nurse Practitioner in Sulphur,LA,US Position Available In Calcasieu, Louisiana
Tallo's Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner position in Sulphur, LA involves providing comprehensive health assessments, managing acute and chronic illnesses, and promoting wellness. The role requires a graduate of an accredited nursing program with a Nurse Practitioner focus, CPR and ACLS certifications, and at least 2 years of experience as a registered nurse. The practitioner must be proficient in necessary skills and equipment operation.
Job Description
About the job
General Function:
The Nurse Practitioner is a skilled health care provider who utilizes clinical judgment in the performance of comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnoses, and the prescribing of pharmacologic and non pharmacologic treatments in the direct management of acute and chronic illness and disease. The Nurse Practitioner promotes wellness and prevents illness and injury. The Nurse Practitioner provides care for varied individuals, families, and communities. These functions are performed as allowed under the State of Louisiana Nurse Practice Act.
POSITION SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Requirements:
Graduate of an Accredited Registered Nursing Program Graduate of an Accredited Masters Education Program with a Nurse Practitioner focus.
CPR Certification ACLS Certification Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years experience as a registered nurse, preferable in a hospital or physician office setting. Maintain license as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Louisiana. Proficient in skills associated with position and competent in operation of all equipment and instrumentation used in day-to-day operation of the medical clinic.
JOB RELATED HAZARDS
Prolonged standing and walking. Considerable physical contact with patients.
