Ochsner Health
Overview
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Nurse Practitioner - OB/GYN
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Ochsner Health . This job works in a collaborative model including residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization. It is under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations if needed. This description is a summary of primary duties and responsibilities and is subject to change at the company’s discretion. Nurse Practitioner
Responsibilities
Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
Maintains an attitude of inquiry toward medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology.
Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education : Required – Master’s degree in Nursing.
Work Experience : Required – None; Preferred – 3 Years’ Related Working Experience.
Certifications : Required - Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice; Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified; Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association; Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficient with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
Strong interpersonal skills and working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
Reliable transportation to travel between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call availability).
Physical and Environmental Demands
Medium work with occasional lifting or moving objects; ability to stand for prolonged periods; stooping, bending, reaching and manual dexterity.
Exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue; potential occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Work in a healthcare setting with possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.
Compliance and Equal Opportunity The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any unethical behavior; patient/employee safety and privacy, and compliance concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Application and Remote Work Note Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from certain states may not be eligible for remote work.
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Join to apply for the
Nurse Practitioner - OB/GYN
role at
Ochsner Health . This job works in a collaborative model including residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization. It is under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with reasonable accommodations if needed. This description is a summary of primary duties and responsibilities and is subject to change at the company’s discretion. Nurse Practitioner
Responsibilities
Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
Maintains an attitude of inquiry toward medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology.
Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community.
Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions and communication style.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education : Required – Master’s degree in Nursing.
Work Experience : Required – None; Preferred – 3 Years’ Related Working Experience.
Certifications : Required - Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice; Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified; Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association; Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing.
Knowledge Skills And Abilities
Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
Proficient with Windows-style applications and role-specific software.
Strong interpersonal skills and working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
Reliable transportation to travel between facilities.
Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on-call availability).
Physical and Environmental Demands
Medium work with occasional lifting or moving objects; ability to stand for prolonged periods; stooping, bending, reaching and manual dexterity.
Exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue; potential occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases.
Work in a healthcare setting with possible exposure to hazardous medications or waste.
Compliance and Equal Opportunity The employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including reporting of any unethical behavior; patient/employee safety and privacy, and compliance concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Application and Remote Work Note Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied to the open position on this careers website. Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from certain states may not be eligible for remote work.
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