Nurse Practitioner, Walk In Care, South Bay, Various Clinics

Company: Sutter Medical Center
Location: Aptos
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundations Walk-In CarePosition Overview: Assesses, diagnoses, plans and implements the medical care of patients in collaboration with a physician. Functions within the full scope of licensure; accountable for the assessment, coordination delivery and evaluation of nursing care, including direct patient care, patient/family education and transitions of care. Delivers holistic and individualized care to all patients in assigned area. Develops, implements, manages an optimal interdisciplinary plan of care that incorporates psychological, sociocultural, spiritual, economic, and life-style factors. Fosters and maintains collaborative relationships between patients, their family/support group, physicians, and other healthcare providers through timely and effective communications. Adheres to hospital polices, industry standards, best practices, and applicable laws/regulations and codes to promote a quality, highly reliable patient experience. Engages in continuous growth and development in professional advanced nursing practice. Follows ambulatory care and inpatient standardized procedures, protocols, policy and procedures regulated by the State of California Nurse Practice Act.Job Description:EDUCATIONEquivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Master's: Nursing CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE NP-Nurse Practitioner BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required based on the department requirements PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN: at least 6 months experience as nurse practitioner, will consider new graduate SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Demonstrated general knowledge and competence with regard to advanced nursing theories, concepts and practices; medical terminology; anatomy; and physiology. Working knowledge of the healthcare industry, safety precaution policies, best practices regarding patient care and privacy, and changes in local/state/federal regulations. Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people. Basic knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word and Outlook), Electronic Health Record. Prioritize and delegate assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines. Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions. Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options. Ensure the privacy of each patients protected health information (PHI). Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives. License/Certifications: BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association, CSRC-Controlled Substance Registered Certification (DEA) - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Diversion Control Division, NP-Nurse Practitioner - California Department of Consumer Affairs, RN-Registered Nurse of California - California Department of Consumer AffairsEducation: Master's (Required)Job Shift:DaysSchedule:Part TimeShift Hours:8Days of the Week:VariableWeekend Requirements:Every other WeekendBenefits:YesUnions:YesPosition Status: ExemptWeekly Hours: 32Employee Status: RegularNumber of Openings: 1Sutter Health Affiliates are equal opportunity employers EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

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