Nurse Practitioner; EC Campus-ER

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EL CENTRO - CA

10 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75.00 To $95.00 Hourly

Full Time EL CENTRO - CA

30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $75.00 To $95.00 Hourly

Under the general direction of the Medical Director, examines and treats patients, for episodic visits and on-going care of chronic and acute health conditions. Does health history and physical examinations and manages low to high-risk patients according to protocol and within limits of training and competence with appropriate MD supervision and consultation. Coordinates care with MD to makes referrals to outside agencies as indicated.

Complies with all of the facility's policies, procedures, and PA protocols.

• Examines patients: independently assesses and develops a treatment plan according to the protocols and consultations with the physician
  • Determines whether the patient's condition requires the immediate attention of the supervising physician.
  • Executes standing orders.
  • Identifies normal and abnormal findings in history and physical exam. Orders appropriate laboratory and x-ray studies.
  • After consultation with the supervising physician, may refer appropriate patients to specialist for consultation.
  • May perform routine diagnostic procedures.
  • May perform routine therapeutic procedures.
  • Writes prescriptions as permitted by the state regulatory agency
• Instructs and counsels patient or legal guardian regarding matters pertaining to their physical and mental health, such as diets, social habits, medications, and the nature and treatment of their injury or illness and required follow up.

Reports directly to the Calexico Health Center Manager for all administrative matters and to the Medical Director as appropriate for all Clinical matters. Works closely with the Lead Operations Clerk and other site support staff on day-to-day issues. Also interacts routinely with the Assistant Administrator for Clinic & Support Services.

• Valid California RN Nurse Practitioner license and Furnishing Number, or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program with certification from the Medical Board of California.
• Current DEA registration through the Drug Enforcement Administration Office of Diversion Control required.
• Current ACLS certification required.
• Current PALS certification required.
• Previous experience in an Urgent Care or Emergency Department clinical setting preferred.
• Must be capable of independently performing assessments and developing treatment plans in consultation with a physician and in compliance with PA protocols.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.

Newborn Infant/Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric All X No Patient Care

Standing, sitting, lifting up to 30 pounds, bending and general good health.

Must be sufficiently mentally and emotionally stable to deal with difficult patients and difficult personnel problems with maturity, objectivity and professionalism.

Working hours are generally between 2:00 PM and 12:30 AM Monday through Friday and 12:00 PM to 12:30 AM Saturday and Sunday. Lunches usually are for 30 minutes. Must also be willing to work later as necessary to see all registered patients. May be scheduled to work on holidays as needed to meet published schedules. Must also be willing to attend meetings at the hospital and/or other clinic sites and to attend out-of-town meetings/trainings as required.