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Baptist Health - Central Alabama

Gastroenterology - Nurse Practitioner NP

Baptist Health - Central Alabama, Montgomery, Alabama, United States, 36136

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Overview

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org. Summary

The NP - Nurse Practitioner, Physician Practice shall perform tasks and procedures delegated by the collaborating Physician within their scope of practice. This NP shall perform complete, detailed and accurate histories; review patient records to develop comprehensive medical status reports. Additionally, the NP will complete physical examinations; make diagnoses and institute therapy, including drug therapy. This individual will institute emergency measures and emergency treatment; arrange hospital admissions and discharges at the direction of the collaborating Physician. The NP may also be required to complete hospital rounds; provide instructions and guidance regarding medical care matters to patients. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role. Education / Experience

Master of Science in Nursing degree required. Minimum 2 years of related nursing experience required. License / Certification

Active Nurse Practitioner license required, active Nurse Practitioner license through American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) required, BLS certification required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of basic Windows based PC operations. Excellent organizational skills. Good oral and written communication skills. Ability to maintain a professional and customer centric composure in difficult or challenging situations. Ability to work from broad directions and be self-motivated. Ability to prioritize workload to achieve maximum efficiency. Ability to effectively communicate with people of various backgrounds throughout the organization. Ability to provide a positive customer service experience to guest, visitors, and patients. Primary Location

UAB Gastroenterology Job Type

Regular-Full time Shift

First Shift (United States of America) Seniority level

Entry level Employment type

Full-time Job function

Health Care Provider Industries

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