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Willis-Knighton Health System
Nurse Practitioner
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What they do
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.
$112,784 / year median in Louisiana
+28% projected growth
Job Description
Nurse Practitioner Willis-Knighton Health System
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Key Responsibilities:
Employment physicals- Ensuring employees are fit for duty Drug and alcohol screening
- Helping maintain a safe, productive workplace Certified DOT exams
- Meeting federal requirements for commercial drivers Work conditioning
- Preparing employees to safely return to work after injury Vaccinations
- Protecting employees against preventable illness Case management
- Coordinating care for efficient, cost-effective outcomes Employee assistance programs
- Supporting mental health and workplace well-being Wellness programs
- Promoting long-term health and productivity Work injury treatment
- Including after hours and weekend coverage through Willis Knighton Quick Care Works in conjunction with the medical director, administrative management, nursing and other interprofessional team members to facilitate patient care and management throughout the health care system.