ARNP- Emergency Department PRN

ARNP
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- Emergency Department PRNlocations:
Waverly, IAtime type:
Variable time posted on:
Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition :
JR100105
** FTE/Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 0.00 / 0 / All Shifts - PRN (United States of America)
** PRIMARY FUNCTION
** Provides support to the emergency department physicians. Assesses, diagnoses, manages, and treats patients of any age who present to the Emergency Room with any symptom, illness, injury, or condition.  Responsible for ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, including laboratory studies, diagnostic images (x-rays), and electrocardiographic examinations.  Renders services necessary to ameliorate minor illnesses or injuries and stabilize patients with major illnesses or injuries and determine if further care is necessary.  

Can administer medications and request consultations by qualified persons.  May write brief admission orders, but will not participate in the long-term care of patients on an inpatient basis.
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
** 1.
Exemplifies the highest qualities of professionalism at all times.  2.
Exemplifies a team approach in the Emergency Room.  3.
Strives “to meet community needs by providing compassionate and personalized health care services” as outlined in our mission statement.  4.
Adheres to policies and procedures related to the Emergency Room and Medical Staff Bylaws.  5.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement.  6.
Maintains strong clinical skills for professional competence in the Emergency Room.  7.
Maintains and expands knowledge related to the Emergency Room through continuing educational opportunities.  8.
Maintains appropriate documentation on medical records and charts on a timely basis.  9.
Notifies the Medical Director of the Emergency Room of any concerns regarding patient care, safety issues, supplies, or equipment concerns or suggestions.  10.
Returns documentation for yearly hospital required educational requirements (e.g. MAP training, Certified Donor Requestor, Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training, ).  11.
Attends Emergency Provider bi-monthly meetings, Medical Staff meetings, and other assigned committee meetings.
** MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
** 1.
Education, Experience, and Training  a.
Iowa Board of Nursing Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the Specialty of Certified Nurse Practitioner required.  b.
Must possess current Iowa Registered Nurse License.
a.
Must possess a current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration.  c.
Must possess Master’s Degree or Bachelor’s Degree plus three years of directly related clinical experience.  d.
Must possess Master’s Degree if practicing in an outreach clinic or off-site satellite location.  e.
Previous experience as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in a clinical and/or nursing home setting preferred.  f.
Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution.  g.
Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills.  h.
Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations.  i.
Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation.  j.
Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.  k.
Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.  2.

Physical Requirements  a.
Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.  b.
Standing – Approximately 50% of shift.  c.
Walking – Approximately 25% of shift.  d.
Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds.  e.
Twisting – Infrequent.  f.
Bending – Infrequent.  g.
Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement.
** WORK ENVIRONMENT
** 1.
May come in contact with hazardous chemicals or treatment modalities.  2.
The possibility exists of exposure to communicable disease due to working in a healthcare environment.  3.
Involvement in patient care may result in unavoidable work-related illnesses.
* This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee…