Nurse Practitioner - Lawrence MA
Litchfield Park, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Salary
$105,000
– $120,000
• yearly
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
Lawrence, Massachusetts, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/24/24
We are currently seeking a bi-lingual (Spanish/English) Clinician Nurse Practitioner to provide the highest quality care to our patients. Reporting to the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner is key member of the Patient Centered Healthcare Team who participates in patient care by making assessments and helping patients manage and understand their chronic illness, acute episodes and exacerbation.
Job Responsibilities
Reviews lab values that are abnormal and plans appropriate disposition/treatment in absence of the primary physician.
Identifies need for client and family teaching and/or referrals. Prioritizes patient needs based on assessment and patient's verbalized areas of concern. Develops a plan for teaching based on mutual goals that addresses patients assessed and stated needs.
Participates in a multi-disciplinary approach directed toward client's needs and care. Consults with other health care providers (i.e. case manager, family planning, etc.) Involves family members and/or significant others in plan of care, as appropriate.
Provides care following approved protocols in a safe manner. Evaluates care provided and patient's response to recommended course of treatment.
Provides an opportunity to the patient, significant other, and other family members to gain knowledge about wellness, illness and rehabilitation. Explains procedures in a clear, concise manner, with sensitivity to patients' level of understanding, culture, age and language. Documents all teaching material given to the patients, or family members including their response, comprehension and need for further follow-up.
Demonstrates clinical competence and professional commitment in Nursing Practice by adhering to established standards of practice and utilizing appropriate scientific principles.
Participates in the orientation/teaching process, when requested, to assure that new employee/student will become familiar with policies, procedures, and expectations for the job role.
Is a proponent of the Improvement process and works cooperatively with team members in making necessary changes.
Acts as a resource person to the healthcare team. Provides informational sessions as requested.
Develops and maintains systems for patient and staff educational materials.
Travel between sites may be required.
Qualifications
Licensed in Massachusetts
Works well within a multi-disciplinary team.
Willing and able to learn from and teach others.
Bi-lingual (Spanish) required.
Working Hours