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Women's Excellence in OB/GYN
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.
$120,388 / year median in Michigan
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary We are searching for a dynamic Nurse Practitioner who will apply medical techniques and principles under the direction of a physician and will deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care and encouragement. Responsibilities Assess patients' health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions Monitor patients' progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events Attend to emergencies Assist during surgeries/procedures Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc) Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.) Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations Skills Proven work experience as a Nurse Practitioner Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task Caring and compassionate Team player with good communication skills BSc/MA in