Nurse Practitioner Part Time East Tucson

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner, Part Time.

Description

Under the supervision of the Physician, the Nurse Practitioner collaborates in providing medical services to patients in accordance with the guidelines of the Arizona State Board of Medical Examiners governing Nurse Practitioners.

• Performs episodic and follow‑up care and performs exams appropriate to the chief complaint or reason for visit. Obtains a comprehensive health history, identifies medical and health risks and collects relevant subjective data.
• Orders appropriate diagnostic tests and accurately interprets clinical data.
• Formulates the appropriate differential diagnoses based on history, physical exam and clinical findings.
• Orders appropriate pharmacologic agents.
• Reassesses and modifies the treatment plan as necessary to achieve medical and health goals. Includes preventive care in the treatment plan. Seeks timely consultation with the physician as appropriate. Provides and documents appropriate patient education.
• Performs administrative duties including medical record and patient confidentiality, specimen labeling and routing, ancillary referrals, supply and pharmaceutical ordering, consent forms and waivers.
• Maintains an organized system for timely callbacks, related documentation and follow‑through.
• Accurately and thoroughly records or dictates patient medical information including primary medical evaluations, progress notes, histories and physicals.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of managed care plans, formularies and basic referral requirements.
• Communicates effectively with front‑office staff regarding same‑day appointments, changes to the schedule and related issues. Reviews appointment schedules in advance to anticipate problems with patient flow.
• Maintains current medical knowledge through continuing education.
• Promotes excellence in patient relations and customer service, emphasizing compassion, responsiveness, respect and courtesy.

Skills / Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Clinical Nurse Specialist Program with current license in the State of Arizona and current ACLS certification.