Position Status:

Part time

Shift:

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Hours per week:

20A Brief Overview

This position is responsible for providing care to patients acting as an assistant to the physicians in the clinic following established standards and practices. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization.

Essential Job Duties

Perform a complete physical exam and record findings. Collaboration with physicians in managing acute and long term medical needs of patients.
Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed. Synthesize data to determine preliminary diagnostic and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
Order appropriate laboratory diagnostic procedures.
Administer medications and injections according to physician direction. Suture minor lacerations. Instruct patients and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provide patient education.
Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients. Interview and advise patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommend community resources to meet patients and family needs.
Maintain and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Post tests and examination results.
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Must be a graduate of an accredited PA/APRN program. Meets educational preparation or other qualifications within specified time frames as determined/outlined by specific department policy.
Registered Nurse - KSBN Must have valid APRN licensure. Be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. Required or
Physician Assistant (PA) - KSBHA Required
Additional certification may be required in certain patient care settings or populations. The department director will provide specific information and the time frame in which such certification may be attained at the time of hire/transfer into department.

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.