Nurse Practitioner (NE)-Urgent Care-Poway

Requisition

ID 41939

Department $job.departmentName Location Poway, California Union Not Applicable Salary Range 63.71 - 101.93 Job Type Full-Time Shift Day Hours Per Shift 12 Hours Per Pay Period 72 Description Under the general supervisor of the assigned leader and clinical supervision of a licensed physician, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices ensuring the best patient care possible. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients' health. Support disease prevention practices and help people lead healthy lives. May be assigned to one or more of the following specialties: acute care, urgent care, neonatal care, pediatrics, cardiology, family medicine, orthopedics. Examine patients and their medical records; order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.); diagnose health conditions and illnesses; propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases; prescribe medications; maintain accurate records and schedules; inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications; educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention. Oversees patients' overall health. Knowledge of health and patient care regulations. Works collaboratively with physician counterparts to manage the health care needs for specified patient populations. Functions as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team to coordinate efforts that maximize clinical and financial outcomes. Ability to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the 1st two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.

Job Requirements Minimum Education:

As required by certification and/or licensure

Preferred Education:

Minimum Experience:

Preferred Experience:

0 - 1+ years work with adult patients as

Nurse Practitioner Required Certification:

CA State Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) with National Certification American Heart Association recognized BLS -

Healthcare Provider Preferred Certification:

Not Applicable Required License:

Current CA Nurse Practitioner License Current CA RN License Preferred License:

Not Applicable We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.