Adult Nurse Practitioner

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POSITION SUMMARY

The Adult Nurse Practitioner is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management and/or referral of the health problems and the maintenance of the client’s health by means of preventive care and health promotion. Will perform assignments which can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures.

Will comply with organization and department policies.

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Adult Nurse Practitioner is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive primary health care services through the identification, management and/or referral of the health problems and the maintenance of the client’s health by means of preventive care and health promotion. Will perform assignments which can vary from routine to exceptional in nature and are carried out with minimal guidance in accordance with clinic office practices and procedures.

Will comply with organization and department policies.

EXPECTATIONS

Every Adelante Healthcare employee will strive to maximize their performance and contribution to Adelante Healthcare and the community we serve every day. Employees are expected to work in a manner that demonstrates a commitment to quality, patient safety, employee engagement, innovation, and the highest standards of personal integrity, professionalism, and competence.

OUR CORE VALUES

• Compassion
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Learning
• Respect
• Sustainability

• Graduate from an approved Nurse Practitioner school
• Nurse Practitioner certificate issued by the Arizona Board of Nursing
• Valid Arizona Registered Nurse license
• Valid Arizona Advanced Practice license
• Valid DEA certificate
• Current BLS
• Experience treating adults with chronic and acute conditions
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical methods and techniques
• Ability to meet and deal effectively with clients, associates, and the general public
• Basic business English, spelling, and punctuation skills
• Basic computer efficiency
• Valid AZ driver’s license
• Commitment to Adelante Healthcare mission, vision, and values
• Competency in dealing with people of various cultures and social status
• Certification to perform cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for the Health Care Professional (CPR) and AED through courses that follow the guidelines from the American Heart Association and Red Cross (cognitive and skills evaluations)
• Valid Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety for all specialty behavioral health locations

• Reports to the Regional Medical Director
• Provide high quality health care services including the following:
• Accessible and available health services to patients for which the Provider is credentialed and privileged.

• Education of and effective communication with those served concerning the diagnosis and treatment of their medical conditions, appropriate preventive measures, and use of the health care system
• Treatment that is consistent with clinical impressions and working diagnoses
• Appropriate, accurate and complete electronic medical record entries, in a timely manner
• Adequate and appropriate transfer of information for continuity of care
• Evaluate patients in a timely, courteous, and professional manner
• Completes all required documentation for billing of services provided
• Promote and demonstrate good customer service to both external and internal customers
• Consult, refer, and collaborate with other disciplines involved in the delivery of total patient care
• Advise management on performance deficiencies of medical auxiliary personnel (incl. M.A.s)
• Demonstrate knowledge of and ability to interpret licensing standards for Advanced Practitioner practice (scope of practice)
• Assume the role and duties of other clinical personnel, as necessary
• Rotate call for emergencies in the evenings and on weekends and holidays, as assigned
• Attend continuing medical education (CME) programs as paid for by Adelante Healthcare and if required to maintain licensure. Maintain credentialing and privileging in good standing

• Demonstrate evidence of continuing professional growth by involvement in quality improvement programs and the participation in peer review, medical record audits, continuing education, and the review of protocols and procedures
• Review results of utilization and quality monitoring and participate in the analysis of services
• Communicate necessary information to the Regional Medical Director concerning operations and suggestions for improvement
• Be knowledgeable and adhere to all policies and procedures related to client services
• Assure compliance with rules and…