Nurse Practitioner - Adult Primary Care Clinic

Description

Delta Health offers health care professionals and people from all walks of life an opportunity to find fulfillment in their jobs as part of a close-knit team. We pride ourselves on our positive work culture . Our team members understand our fundamental commitment to the community and rally around the motto "Excellence, Every Patient, Every Time." When you embark on a journey with us, you'll take pride in your work and the impact you have, while building a career with focus and purpose.

The Nurse Practitioner will perform duties and responsibilities with the scope of practice for a Nurse Practitioner under the Colorado Nurse Practice Act. The Nurse Practitioner will assist with medical management in the outpatient areas. Will facilitate patient care management leading to efficient use of all health care provider clinic time and assure timeliness of clinic appointments. She/he practices independently according to established protocols and in collaboration with physician to deliver quality healthcare.

• Works in conjunction with the medical staff and nursing to facilitate patient management through the healthcare system, thus exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosing and initiation of delegated medical processes or procedures.
• Performs and documents comprehensive health histories and physical assessments on assigned patients.
• Formulates diagnoses and identifies problems and health risk profiles of selected patients and documents and communicates this information to other members of the health care team.
• Performs orders and interprets diagnostic studies, such as x-rays and laboratory test, in consultation with staff as needed.
• Orders medication, treatments and therapies in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act.
• Requests consultation and initiates referrals to other healthcare providers.
• Provides information and support to patients and families regarding disease process and treatment plan, thus facilitating communication between patients/families and healthcare team.
• Educates patient and families regarding planned diagnostic procedures, medications, treatment and post-hospital care.
• Evaluates and consults with selected patients and families in outpatient setting at time of follow-up appointments regarding post hospitalized course of care.
• Facilitates communication between medical and nursing teams.
• HIPAA compliance.

Requirements

• Masters of Science in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Must be licensed in the state of Colorado to practice as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Must be licensed to have Prescriptive Authority.
• Three (3) years health care experience desired.
• Current BLS.
• Knowledge and experience utilizing a personal computer, EMR. Descriptive dictation for coding & billing purposes.
• Word processing skills required.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidentiality of patient, patient account, and personnel data.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with physicians, patients, patient families, staff and management.

Summary

At Delta Health Adult Primary Care (formerly Internal Medicine), our physicians are specialists applying scientific knowledge and clinical expertise to the diagnosis, treatment, and compassionate care of adults across the spectrum from general health to complex illnesses. Our providers are equipped to handle a broad spectrum of illnesses that affect adults such as heart disease, lung disease, including diabetic and thyroid disease, arthritis and rheumatic disease, skin disease, cancer, gastrointestinal issues, COPD, sinus infections, colds and the flu, intestinal problems and cholesterol problems. Health maintenance and health screening for adults.

Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system that has been serving the Western Slope for over 100 years. We have grown to a 49-bed hospital with locations throughout Delta County. We proudly provide a wide range of medical services that meet the diverse needs of our community members. At all stages of life, we are here to provide remarkable care in a healing environment.

Employee Benefits: Medical, RX, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Medical: Low monthly premiums; 100% coverage for all services provided within our Delta Health System without a deductible or co-payment. We offer alternative coverage to include massage, acupuncture, and chiropractic care. Employer paid Life and Disability coverage.

Retirement: 403B Plan -Up to a 3% retirement match.