The BMMSA Hematology department is looking for a per-diem Nurse Practitioner to join their growing team. This person must work well on a team and preferably has Oncology experience. The Nurse Practitioner plays a critical role in providing high-quality care to patients, helping to improve their overall health and well-being. This position works closely with the team of healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, as well as provide comprehensive patient education.
Responsibilities:
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Analyzes and interprets patient histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses
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Diagnoses or treats acute health care problems such as illnesses, infections, and injuries
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Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, simplicity, acceptability, adherence, and efficacy
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Prescribes medications based on efficacy, safety, and cost as legally authorized
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Educates patients about self-management of acute and chronic illnesses, tailoring instructions to patients' individual circumstances
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Provides care to patients in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of medical conditions
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Obtains patient history, conducts patient assessments, orders tests or scans, diagnoses illnesses, prescribes medicines and outlines and monitors courses of treatment
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Partners with physicians in the development of care plans, and advises physician in changes of patient status
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Assists patients in the management of chronic illnesses and promotes health and wellness
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Adjusts nursing care processes as indicated to ensure optimal patient care
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Monitors and ensures accuracy of patient medical records
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Monitors the effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
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Conducts complete physicals and counsel patients on health needs and improvements
Experience, Qualifications, and Education:
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Must perform work with a high degree of latitude
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Must possess expert knowledge of subject matter
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Requires an advanced degree in nursing (MSN or DNP), RN and NP licensure
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Oral and written communication skills
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Problem-solving skills
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Attentiveness
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Interpersonal skills
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Oncology experience preferred
For questions or concerns, contact Ali Gorson at agorsonmarrow@bmmsa.com or 484-272-3270 ext 3026.