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Virginia Gay Hospital

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A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.

$121,391 / year median in Iowa

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

ADVANCED NURSE PRACTITIONER
Location:
Vinton Family Medical Clinic Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled Advanced Nurse Practitioner to join our medical team in a very busy family medicine clinic. The ideal candidate will assist in patient care management, treatment, and consultation.
Please Note:
No holidays, very limited Saturday morning.
Duties:
Conduct patient assessments and provide appropriate medical care Participate in the development, execution and periodic review of the written policies governing the services the clinic furnishes. Provide services in accordance with those policies. Arrange for, or refer patients to, needed services that cannot be provided at the clinic. Assure that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred. Participate with a physician in a periodic review of the patient's health records. Advanced NP shall perform medical services in accordance with the rules of ethics governing the practice of medicine. Advanced NP is responsible to attend required educational offerings to maintain licensure in the State of Iowa. Advanced NP shall delegate duties to support staff as appropriate. Advanced NP shall serve as medical staff representative on Virginia Gay Hospital committees as appropriate. Advanced NP shall maintain medical staff privileges at Virginia Gay Hospital. Monitor and record patient vital signs Utilize medical imaging for diagnosis and treatment planning Maintain accurate patient records Collaborate with physicians in various departments including
ER Requirements:
Anatomy and physiology knowledge Ability to perform patient assessments and interpret vital signs Familiarity with medical imaging techniques Experience with accurate documentation Strong understanding of various ailments and emergency medicine protocols This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, providing valuable experience in a range of medical specialties.