JOB REQUEIREMENTS:
Bilingual in Spanish a MUST! Graduate of an accredited Masters of Nursing program -ANCC Board Certified knowledge of professional care theories, principles, practices, disease and process and procedures. Knowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well the accurate administration of the pharmacological agent, including dosage calculations as required. Knowledge of the administrative requirements for proper documentation of patients condition including disease progress, acknowledgement of teaching, and follow up care. Knowledge of computer operations and proficient in the use of word processing, data entry and electronic medical records. Skill in setting up, operating and monitoring specialized medical equipment such as EKG machine.
JOB DUTIES:
Provide full range of nurse practitioner services in accordance with privileges granted by the commanding officer. (Example: supervise and provide general screening and medical care and examinations of patients for routine, acute and chronic conditions involving any and all organ systems; provide immunizations; diagnose, treat, and counsel patients as indicated). Treat patients with common acute conditions, illnesses, or minor trauma within accepted protocols, Nurse Practice Acts, and/or in collaboration with a physician. Collaborate with the physician in the health care of patients with chronic illnesses. Request a consultation or referral with appropriate physicians, clinics, or other health resources as indicated. Order diagnostics tests as applicable. Prescribe and dispense medications as delineated by the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee. Promote preventive and health maintenance care, including annual physicals, positive health behaviors, and self-care skills through education and counseling.
