Job Description

NP- IMA

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Job ID: 000EMK
Clinic
Providers - IMA TUPELO PHSICIAN OFFICE
Full Time - Day

Posting Description

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We believe a career is more than just a career -- it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for delivering high-quality patient care in clinic and long-term care settings under the direction of a physician preceptor. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients while providing education on health, disease processes, and wellness to patients and their families. The Nurse Practitioner must demonstrate strong clinical competence, effective communication skills, and the ability to work independently while adhering to established standards and regulations.

JOB

FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:


Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the Clinic and/or Long Term Care setting according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing, approved protocols, and national standards of practice as directed by the physician preceptor.
Patient Education:
Provides patients and/or family members with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness. Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate.
Documentation:
Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed. Continuing
Education:
Ensures clinical competence. Stays abreast of changes in medical management.
Participates in a variety of health care education activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Master's Degree In Nursing. Required PhD Doctorate Degree. Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

Work Experience

1-3 years

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication required Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology; required Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics, required Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in the clinic setting Ability to work without close supervision Ability to exercise independent judgment in a professional area Must be able to organize multiple tasks Must maintain control of work flow Must have extensive contact with: patients, physicians, clinic personnel, family members and others Must display a professional demeanor at all times Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve Must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations

Physical Demands

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Standing

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Frequently

Walking

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Frequently

Sitting

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Occassionally

Lifting/Carrying

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Occassionally 100 lbs

Pushing/Pulling

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Frequently

Climbing

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Rarely

Balancing

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Occassionally

Stooping/Kneeling/Bending

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Occassionally

Reaching/Over Head Work

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Occassionally

Grasping

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Frequently

Speaking

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Constantly

Hearing

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Constantly

Repetitive Motions

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Constantly

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations

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Frequently

Benefits

A

vailable
Continuing Education 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance Wellness Programs and Incentives Referral Bonuses Employee Assistance Program Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits License + Certification Reimbursement Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance Employee Discount Program Other: Early Access to Earned Wages Tuition Assistance Relocation Assistance Paid Time Away Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

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The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.
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Licenses

You must have the following licenses to apply:

Nurse Practitioner License


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Education

You must have the following education to apply:

Masters of Nursing

You must have a Masters or higher