Aurora Health Care
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Urgent Care- Oshkosh Fond Du Lac area
Aurora Health Care, Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States, 54901
Overview
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Urgent Care – Oshkosh Fond Du Lac area – Part time. Join to apply for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Urgent Care – Oshkosh Fond Du Lac area – Part time role at Aurora Health Care. Major Responsibilities
Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients' illness and diseases within an outpatient clinic. Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis. Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly. Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine management and treatment. Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures. Consults with physician as appropriate. Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician. Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans. Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health including: diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development. Provides care coordination, including managing ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices as applicable. Prescribes, recommends and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications as warranted by diagnosis or changing medical condition. Prepares, dictates and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care. Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines. Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding continued patient care. Collaborates with nursing staff to ensure recommended care is delivered. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, with recognition of growth and development across the lifespan. Licenses & Certifications
Physician Assistant license issued by the state of practice. Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice. Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion. Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant. Master's Degree in Nursing. Required Functional Experience
Experience preferred (would prefer experience). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
High level of clinical proficiency with excellent decision-making skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate and build relationships with others. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday. Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing. Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over the head; carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Push/pull with 30 lbs of force; perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation hazards; wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Part-time Job function
Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Urgent Care – Oshkosh Fond Du Lac area – Part time. Join to apply for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Urgent Care – Oshkosh Fond Du Lac area – Part time role at Aurora Health Care. Major Responsibilities
Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical and chronic patients' illness and diseases within an outpatient clinic. Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations and assesses and determines differential diagnosis. Prescribes medication, therapy and treatments accordingly. Interprets and evaluates patient data to determine management and treatment. Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures. Consults with physician as appropriate. Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician. Adjusts patient care plan by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans. Counsels, instructs and educates patients on physical and mental health including: diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development. Provides care coordination, including managing ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals and medical devices as applicable. Prescribes, recommends and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications as warranted by diagnosis or changing medical condition. Prepares, dictates and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care. Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines. Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding continued patient care. Collaborates with nursing staff to ensure recommended care is delivered. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, with recognition of growth and development across the lifespan. Licenses & Certifications
Physician Assistant license issued by the state of practice. Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Registered Nurse license issued by the state of practice. Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion. Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant. Master's Degree in Nursing. Required Functional Experience
Experience preferred (would prefer experience). Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required
High level of clinical proficiency with excellent decision-making skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a health care team. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to collaborate and build relationships with others. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively. Physical Requirements And Working Conditions
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday. Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing. Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs over the head; carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Push/pull with 30 lbs of force; perform sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation hazards; wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Part-time Job function
Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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