Nurse Practitioner-Anderson MO
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
64831, Anderson, Missouri, United States
Visa Sponsorship
Yes
Job Description
Last Update:
11/13/24
Supporting the Mission and Core Values of ACCESS Family Care, the individual in this position will work cooperatively with the Provider(s), Clinic Manager, and all staff members; supporting a team effort, serving our customers and striving to achieve our Mission through our Core Values established for the special needs of our patients. The primary responsibility of this position includes assisting the Provider(s) in the examination and treatment of patients. This individual is required to stay at work until all patients are seen for the day.
Job Responsibilities
• Understand HIPAA regulations and applies security measures to protect the privacy of patient information.
• Greets and assists patients to the appropriate examination room as needed.
• Verify records release authorization is in the patient’s chart.
• Interview’s the patient to determine medical problem/condition, records vital signs and documents the information in the patient chart for the Provider(s).
• Put in orders for the Provider(s) orders, lab requests, or follow up needs with the patient.
• Documents the services performed for billing purposes.
• Orders and may administer specified medication, orally or by subcutaneous or intermuscular injection, and notes time and amount on the patient’s chart.
• Assesses the medications the patient is taking.
• Maintain and operate equipment appropriately.
• Helps prepare as necessary laboratory specimens i.e., tissue, blood, urine, and pap tests for shipment.
• Orders and may administer injections and/or other medications in conjunction with clinic manager i.e., immunizations, pre-measured oral medications for STD’s, Depo Provera, etc.
• Prepares patient documentation clearly, accurately and completely.
• Assists with documentation and preparation of monthly/quarterly Performance Improvement reports.
• Responds to patient telephone inquiries by evaluating and responding to the patient’s problems and questions.
• Attends and actively participates in clinical staff meetings and in-services training.
• Assists with cleaning break room i.e., empty trash, wash dishes, clean refrigerator, wash table and countertops.
• Attends and actively participates in staff meetings and in-service training.
• Observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.
• Performs other duties as assigned by collaborative provider and/or in conjunction with clinic manager
Qualifications
• A valid license to practice medicine in the State of Missouri
• 5 years of experience in family practice is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
Working Hours
8am-5pm
Tuesday
8am-7pm
Skills
• A valid license to practice medicine in the State of Missouri
• 5 years of experience in family practice is preferred
• Provide advanced primary and/or specialty nursing care to patients in our facility
• Perform physical exams, recording patient medical histories, creating patient care plans, and administering diagnostic tests
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point
• Experience using and retrieving information from electronic health records is required
• Evaluation and data analysis skills
• Data management experience for report writing and tracking
• Tactful and patient along with a professional appearance and attitude.