Nurse Practitioner​/Urgent Care​/Pennsylvania​/Locum Tenens​/Nurse Practitioner URGENT CARE

Evaluates, examines, diagnose, and treats patients in collaboration with their supervising and or substitute supervising physician according to established guidelines and protocols. Maintains and promotes the well-being of the patient through preventative healthcare and guidance. Provides care in the outpatient setting only ? predominately Monday through Friday

1. Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance.
2. Ensures that the assessment of the patient and the direct and indirect patient care delivered is in accordance with appropriate licensing board, hospital policies, procedures, and protocols, and all other professional standards of care.
a. Collects patient assessment data in a systematic manner, focusing on the physical, psychosocial, age, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient.
b. Performs systematic physical exam and history of present illness.
c. Documents assessment data, history of present illness, and physical findings on the appropriate medical record within established time frame.
d. Involves the patient/family and other healthcare providers when appropriate.
3. Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient.
a. Identifies normal and abnormal findings.
b. Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed.
c. Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments.
d. Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules.
e. Seeks appropriate consultation.
4. Develops an educational process for the provision and coordination of patient care activities that promote and maintain health, foster self-care and improves outcomes.
a. Participates in the assessment of the patient?s readiness to learn, identifying the educational barriers and tailor the educational process to meet the needs of the patient/family.
b. Ensures the process include education about safe and effective use of medications, pain and managing pain, available resources, obtaining further care and their responsibility for their care.
c. Acquires and distributes educational resources tailored to the patient's needs.
d. Provides appropriate instruction and guidance regarding immunizations.
5. Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care
a. Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter.
b. Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter.
c. Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated.
d. Directs patient to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.
e. Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.
6. Participates in Performance Improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care, customer service, or practice efficiencies.
a. Identifies initiatives to improve patient outcomes, satisfaction, or efficiencies.
b. Assists in chart reviews/audits as needed for performance improvement data collection.
c. Supports initiatives implemented to improve patient outcomes and/or office efficiencies.
7. Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
a. Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate
b. Delegates patient care appropriately.
c. Maintains accountability for actions taken.
d. Effectively functions as a resource person.
e. Acts as a patient advocate.
f. Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
g. Assists in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
h. Completes all competency requirements annually.
8. Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.
a. Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
b. Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
c. Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.
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