Nurse Practitioner

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* Job Title:

** Nurse Practitioner##
** Department:
** Mercer Medicine##
** College/Division:
** School Of Medicine
** Primary Job Posting

Location:

** Macon, GA 31207
** Additional Job Posting Locations:***(Other locations that this position could be based)*##
** Job Details:
** Mercer Medicine is searching for a Nurse Practitioner for the clinic in Macon, Georgia.
** Responsibilities
* ** Provide primary health care to patients in the general population under the supervision of a physician, written approval protocols, and the Nurse Practice Act of Georgia.
* Works independently, collaboratively and under protocols with designated physician.
* Enforces health and immunization policies.
* Provides immunizations and injections to general patient population as needed.
* Makes referrals to appropriate medical specialists.
* Provides patient education to people seen in the clinic.
** Qualifications**:

This position requires a Masters in Nursing/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner from an accredited college/university, a current Nurse Practitioner certification from the American Nurses Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and at least one year of experience in a general clinic situation, preferably a physician practice. Candidate must provide a certificate of current liability insurance coverage. Experience working in a family practice setting is a plus as is prescription authority from the DEA.
** Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**:
* Competent in providing Basic Life Support (with current certification)
* Examines and evaluates patient signs/symptoms and initiates treatment as indicated within their scope of practice. Must possess the ability to provide overall care including:
1) Developing treatment plans for acute and chronic diseases;
2) Educating and guiding patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle habits;
3) Emphasizing preventative care and disease management
* Managing overall patient care regarding lifestyle and development issues
* Refers patients to appropriate medical/health care specialists when indicated
* Has prescriptive authority by using our MD's DEA or has their own DEA
* Possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Microsoft Office Applications and intermediate computer skills and experience or ability to utilize EMR (Athena)
** Background Check Contingencies**:  - Criminal History
** Required Document Attachments**:  - Resume  - Cover letter  - List of three professional references with contact information
**** Why Work at Mercer University
**** Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including
** comprehensive health insurance** (for self and dependents),
** generous retirement contributions**,
** tuition waivers**,
** paid vacation and sick leave**,
** technology discounts, s
**** chedules that allow for work-life balance,
** and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer University.
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** Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 40##
** Job Family:
** Staff Clinical Services Exempt##
** EEO Statement:
** EEO/Veteran/Disability

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*** You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it*.**# Why Work at Mercer Mercer University offers a variety of benefits for eligible employees including comprehensive health insurance (for self and dependents), generous retirement contributions, tuition waivers, paid time off, technology discounts and so much more!

At Mercer University, a Bear is more than a mascot: it's a frame of mind that begins with a strong desire to make the most out of your career. Mercer Bears do not settle for mediocrity or the status quo. If you're seeking an environment where your passion and determination are embraced, then you want to work at Mercer…