Nurse Practitioner - Mobile Unit

Job Description

Come join the team serving the medical needs of Rural Mississippi. SEMRHI is a network of Community Health Centers that has been serving the needs of Southeast Mississippi for almost 45 years. SEMRHI now has a Mobile Unit and is looking for a Nurse Practitioner that will work as part of the team on our Mobile Unit.

Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner provides healthcare services consistent with acquired education, and in keeping with the Mississippi Nurse Practice Act. Also, demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately communicate and interact with the staff, patients, families and visitors of all age groups, while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Job Responsibilities:

Demonstrate knowledge, expertise and confidence to seek assistance from the physician in decisions, when necessary

Demonstrate an awareness of patient wait times

Maintain accurate clinical records in a timely manner

Maintain patient confidentiality

Maintain patient privacy during exams

Adheres to the organizations productivity standards

Facilitate patient flow through the center

Prioritizes delivery of care according to the individual needs of the patient

Recognizes and accommodates patient's financial situation when ordering test or procedures

Demonstrate an attitude with regard to patients as one of respect, honesty, caring and professionalism at all times

Provide appropriate follow-up according to a patient's condition

Recognize cultural differences in the delivery of patient care

Demonstrate an ability to work as a member of the health care team

Interact with appropriate personnel from the hospitals and other agencies in a professional manner

Provide accurate and appropriate information to others when requested

Participate in quality assurance process

Adhere to the proper enforcement of CLIA and OSHA requirements

Rotate to provide service at other clinics as needed

Maintain licensure and certification as required by the job description

Attend continuing education and in-service training meetings

Demonstrate professionalism at all times when representing the organization

Cooperatively with administration to facilitate practice regulations and policies

Communicate with the clinic staff appropriately

Maintain prompt and regular attendance

Verify timecard at the end of each pay period

Performs related work, as assigned

Adhere to the internet, electronic mail and computer policies

Job Requirements:

Registered Nurse who is currently licensed to practice in the State of Mississippi

Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner program and licensed by the State of Mississippi with an approved protocol

Registered as an Advanced Practice Nurse and Registered Nurse by the Mississippi Board of Nursing

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association

Provider skills are maintained by attending continuing education meetings as required by the Mississippi Board of Nursing

Maintain accurate clinical records, both written and electronic, in a timely manner

Provide primary health care services in accordance with accepted standards of care and approved protocols

Exercise best clinical judgment in the provision of care

Consult with appropriate provider in those areas of medical practice which requires special judgment, consultation or individual discretion

Report any events or circumstances which hinders delivery of quality health care

Participates in community service activities

Physical and Other Requirements:

Capable of performing a complete history and physical

Must occasionally kneel, twist, have ability to grasp firmly, lift and carry, push and pull in excess of 10 lbs