Nurse Practitioner, Neurology Consultants

Job ID:

000EI7

Tupelo

Providers - NEUROLOGY

CONSULTANTS

Full Time - Day

Posting Description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in clinic and long-term care settings under the direction of a physician preceptor. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients while providing education on health, disease processes, and wellness to patients and their families. The Nurse Practitioner must demonstrate strong clinical competence, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently while adhering to established standards and regulations.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:

Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the Clinic and/or Long Term Care setting according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing, approved protocols, and national standards of practice as directed by the physician preceptor.

Patient Education:

Provides patients and/or family members with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness.

Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate.

Documentation:

Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed. Continuing

Education:

Ensures clinical competence.

Stays abreast of changes in medical management.

Participates in a variety of health care education activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Master's Degree In Nursing. Required

PhD Doctorate Degree. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Work Experience

1-3 years

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication required

Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology; required

Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics, required

Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in the clinic setting

Ability to work without close supervision

Ability to exercise independent judgment in a professional area

Must be able to organize multiple tasks

Must maintain control of work flow

Must have extensive contact with: patients, physicians, clinic personnel, family members and others

Must display a professional demeanor at all times

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills

Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve

Must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing. Frequently

Walking. Frequently

Sitting. Occassionally

Lifting/Carrying. Occassionally 100 lbs

Pushing/Pulling. Frequently

Climbing. Rarely

Balancing. Occassionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occassionally

Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally

Grasping. Frequently

Speaking. Constantly

Hearing. Constantly

Repetitive Motions. Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits A

•vailable

Continuing Education

403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions

Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance

Wellness Programs and Incentives

Referral Bonuses

Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

License + Certification Reimbursement

Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Other:

Early Access to Earned Wages

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Away

Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

Licenses

You must have the following licenses to :

Nurse Practitioner License

Education

You must have the following education to :

Masters of Nursing

You must have a Masters or higher