Aultman Hospital Coumadin Clinic - Nurse Practitioner

Company: Aultman Health Foundation
Location: Canton
Posted on: May 20, 2020

Job Description:

SunIRef:GP The Coumadin Clinic nurse practitioner (CCNP) works in collaboration with the physician(s) to assess the physical needs of Coumadin dependent patients. The CCNP provides care for these patients in the Outpatient setting at the Aultman North facility. RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTATIONS Serve as a member of Aultman's health care team that provides quality care to patients. Maintain good working relationship with collaborating physician and other members of the health care team. Coordinates patient services and institute referrals to promote and maintain continuous comprehensive care at every level' Provide precise information to enable the patient to make informed decisions regarding health care and related issues while insuring joint responsibility with the health care team members and staff to promote the best outcome possible for the patient. Collect and construct identifying information by reviewing past and present medical, social, and family histories, perform a physical exam, document, and consult with the collaborative physician as needed. Perform routine physical examinations, laboratory procedures as needed for each patient. Provide education about diagnosis or medications to the patient. Provide written follow-up and guidelines. Include family members according to the patient's wishes. Charts in the medical record, assuring accurate and timely completion of data entry into the patient record/ EMR (electronic medical record). Prescribes drugs on accordance with State of Ohio law. Institutes emergency medical measures in life-threatening situations. Provides first aid as needed. Follows universal precautions Excellent verbal and written communication skills Participates in continuing education and professional growth. Attends staff meeting Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, nursing, medical, and clerical policies and procedures. Adheres to the standards and policies of Aultman Health Foundation. Performs other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Requires a master's degree in nursing and/or certification as a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP). Certificate to prescribe or meet qualifications to obtain certificate to prescribe is required. Minimum of 1-2 years as a CNP is preferred. All privileges are conducted in accordance with the established Standard Care Arrangement (SCA), within the scope of practice for the CCNP, and in collaboration with the physician(s) identified by the SCA. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. WORKING CONDITIONS: 7:00a-4:00pm Mon.-Thur. or hours as required by the job. No holiday, weekend, or off shift rotations. Works collaboratively with referring physicians and other disciplines. Subject to frequent interruptions and changes in priority of duties throughout the day. Sitting/standing/moving about during working hours Location: Aultman Health Foundation * COUMADIN CLINIC Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, varied start times, weekend rotation

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