Nurse Practitioner, UC

Job Description Park Nicollet Health Services Job Title: Nurse, Pract Uc Job Code: 2PX-0020 Leader Title Level: Manager Location: Various Department: Various Final Approval (Dir. or VP Level): Director Date Approved: 01/01/2016 Date Revised: 01/09/2024 POSITION SUMMARY STATEMENT: Provides quality patient care consulting with collaborating physician, consultants, and other health care professionals when appropriate. Maintains high standards of care and service in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and PNHS. Supports the process of improving existing processes and outcomes; including but not limited to patient health outcomes, satisfaction, and confidentiality. Models behavior and commitment with group practice and Park Nicollet Health Services values. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: Master's degree required. Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: Must be a registered nurse licensed in the state of Minnesota, who has successfully completed a formal nurse practitioner program approved by a national accrediting agency and who is then certified by a national certified organization recognized by the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. CPR certification. Maintenance of National certification as a nurse practitioner required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: Defibrillator, Various Health Testing Devices (depending upon the area of specialty), Telephone, Blood Drawing or Injection Devices, Thermometer, Scale, Ultrasound Equipment, CRT, Printer, and Photocopier. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination: NA Licensure/ Registration/ Certification: NA Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong clinical, human relations, leadership, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to effectively problem solve and make sound decisions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: (40-80%) - Provides general patient care in collaboration with physician: involving observation, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. (10-30%) - Offers preventative health care counseling and instructs patients on treatment plans. (1-25%) - Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs. (1-30%) - Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by training and experience, and as directed by physician. (5-25%) - Consults with physician on difficult, unusual, or abnormal cases and makes appropriate referrals and consultations for evaluation or treatment. (1-40%) - Makes hospital or nursing home rounds as directed by physician. (1-10%) - Assists in the development of new policies, programs, procedures, materials, or techniques for designated department. (1-10%) - Serves as a resource to nursing staff and other support staff, providing continuing education. (5-30%) - Performs patient follow-up including returning phone calls within 24 hours, evaluating and processing test results, dictating medical record information, compiling reports, and maintaining necessary paperwork. (100%) - Recognizes and appropriately responds to medical emergencies 100% of the time. (100%) - Serves as patient advocate by maintaining patient confidentiality, protecting patient rights, and always resolving concerns or complaints regarding care or service. (1-10%) - Participates in research, educational or other special projects as needed. *Job description rankings/percentages are intended to reflect normal averages over an extended period of time, and are subject to daily variances. Quality and efficiency standards should at no time be compromised to meet the average expectations expressed above. Job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate organization or department needs. ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS: Values All colleagues are expected to live our values: Excellence: We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve. Compassion: We care and show empathy and resp ct for each person. Partnership: We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve. Integrity: We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments. Additional Expectations: Complies with safety instructions, observe safe work practices, provides input on safety issues, and promotes a safe work environment. Maintains regular and timely attendance. Protects confidentiality. Demonstrates participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures. Timely completion of all mandatory education and organizational requirements (i.e., licensure/certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, annual training, etc.) POPULATION SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES: Yes No Does this employee have direct patient contact? x Departments will need to determine the appropriate competencies in their areas for their specific patient populations documented in the essential duties section. Examples of items that can be included are: Identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient or situation specific to the needs of the population served. Communicates effectively with patients, families, and team members. Integrates practices that supports patient safety, acknowledges variations in populations served. Anticipates the needs of the population served as well as the unique characteristics of the communities served. Anticipates the needs of the population in providing culturally responsive care and develops an individualized plan for patients and families. LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITY: Please describe the degree to which the position directs the work of others or coordinates workflow of a clinic, department, or functional area. If applicable, indicate the number of people and the titles for which this position directly and/or indirectly directs the work of others or coordinates workflow. May provide work direction to medical support and nursing staff within designated unit. Critical Job Demands Section 1: Place an "X' next to ONE of the terms that best describes the frequency for each of the Critical Demands. Critical Demands N/A 0% Rare 1-5% (Up to a 1/2 hour) Occa 6-33% (1/2 hour to 3 hours) Freq 34-66% (3 to 5 hours) Cont 67-100% (5 to 8 hours) Standing - Remaining on one's feet in an upright position at a work station without moving about. x Walking - Moving about on foot. x Sitting - Remaining in a seated position. x Squatting - Assuming or maintaining a crouching position with the knees bent. x Reaching - Stretching out or extending to touch or grasp. x Lifting - Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling). x Carrying - Transporting an object, usually holding it in the hands or arms, or on the shoulder. x Pushing/Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away/towards from the force. x Handling/Fingering - (includes typing, computer work, gripping, grasping, and pinching) x Section 2: Place an "X" next to ONE of the terms that best describes the Strength Rating for this job... For full info follow application link. 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