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Community Memorial Hospital
Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP) - Urgent Care
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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.
$131,347 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Conduct patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses using evidence-based guidelines. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications, ordering laboratory and radiology tests, and referring patients to specialists as appropriate. Provide preventive care, patient education, counseling, and lifestyle guidance to support overall health and wellness. Discuss potential side effects of medications/treatments with patients and ensure allergy information is current. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care. Maintain accurate, complete, and timely medical records in compliance with departmental policies and federal/state privacy regulations. Adhere to departmental procedures, quality improvement initiatives, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Maintain current licensure, certifications, and continuing education requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.