APP Hospital Weekend Coverage - Norton Pulmonary Specialists - Downtown

Louisville, KY

Posted 7 days ago

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Job Description

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities: The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) is to provide healthcare to patients with an emphasis on disease prevention, health promotion, health maintenance, and supportive care. The APRN works independently as well as collaboratively to diagnose, prescribe treatment, manage and evaluate patient care. The APRN functions as an educator, healthcare resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. Applies knowledge of growth and development in patient interactions; performs other related duties. The APRN demonstrates professional development and clinical competency; knowledge of professional nursing theory, practice, and medical care for patients of all ages according to the practice specialty. Serves in a clinical role to assist the physician in ensuring total patient care. Interacts directly with patients and patient families to maximize quality patient care.Required: Signed, Collaborative Agreement and valid DEA number if writing prescriptions for controlled substances.

Qualifications

Required:

Three years as a nurse
Master Degree Nursing
One Of: CNS or NP
One of: CNS-S or NNP - As appropriate to licensure

Desired:

One year in specialty area

Norton Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law

Job Summary

Company

Norton Healthcare

Start Date

As soon as possible

Employment Term and Type

Regular, Full Time

Required Education

Master's Degree

Required Experience

Open