We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices.
As an advanced practice registered nurse, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible.
The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health.
You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping people lead healthy lives.
Extensive clinical experience on primary care is vital.
As a Nurse Practitioner, you’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude.
Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important.
If you’re dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise and professional discourse, we’d like to meet you.
Experience with Cerner EMR.
*Responsibilities*
* Examine patients and their medical records
* Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays etc.
)
* Diagnose health conditions and illnesses
* Propose treatments for chronic and infectious diseases
* Prescribe medications
* Maintain accurate records and schedules
* Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
* Educate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics and prevention
* Oversee patients’ overall health
* Promote good health practices
*Skills*
* Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting
* Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices
* Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
* Excellent communication skills
* Strong ethics
* *Familiarity with Risk Coding*
* Experience with M.
A.
Plans
* C.
Q.
M.
Knowledge / Value Base Medicine
* Prescriptive Authority Agreement scope of practice.
* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
* Team spirit with a positive attitude
* Patience and cool-headedness
* Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
* Valid nurse practitioner license
* Master’s degree
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
Medical specialties:
* Primary Care
Standard shift:
* Day shift
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus opportunities
Weekly schedule:
* Monday to Friday
Work setting:
* Clinic
* In-person
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Weslaco, TX 78596: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Work Location: In person