Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant - Hospitalist; part-time

Location

1010 Spruce Street, Espanola, NM  (Type of Opportunity: Part time, FTE: 0.50)

The CNS/NP serves as a clinical resource and an independent practitioner who diagnoses and manages acute and chronic diseases on the inpatient unit. Proactively manages the care of patients across the continuum of care and oversees the case management of complex patients.

• Completes a comprehensive health assessment including an appropriate health history (chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, family history, social history, review of systems, and pain history) and physical exam
• Determines the need for and interprets the results of relevant screening and diagnostic tests
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning to formulate a diagnosis by critically analyzing history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests
• Modifies assessment techniques according to patient condition, culture, age, and stage of development
• Effectively communicates health findings and/or the diagnosis of a health condition to the patient, discusses prognosis and treatment options, and establishes a mutually acceptable plan of care with the patient
• Manages acute and chronic health conditions by providing effective pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions; assists patients in following the plan of treatment, and selects the appropriate best practice treatment
• Prepares written prescription orders, medications, and controlled substances under the rules and regulations of the State of NM and the Federal DEA
• Initiates timely and appropriate consultation, referral or collaboration with the hospitalist and/or members of the health care team
• Determines the need for and implements health promotion strategies for patients considering specific age and cultural requirements in accordance with population health principles to reduce risk factors and prevent disease
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills for patients of various ages and cultures and develops appropriate and professional rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare team members
• Maintains patient medical records as required by hospital and regulatory agencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum two to three years of experience in an acute care setting required. Prior experience working in a hospitalist setting is desirable. Knowledge of professional medical practice, organizational policies, medical equipment, safety hazards, and ability to react calmly in emergency situations.

Robust wellness program with access to on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching, wellness challenges, and more. All employees benefit from medical, dental, vision coverage and a 403(b) retirement savings program with employer contributions.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke-free campuses.