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Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. _POSITION SUMMARY/PURPOSE_ The APRN is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. May share in the supervision of RNs, LPNs, and/or medical assistants, depending on departmental organization. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1. Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing presenting illness, risk factors, and family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination. 1. Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness. Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks. 2. Develops and implements treatment plan by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations. Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs. Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies. Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical chart by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner. 3. Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures. Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy. 4. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patient. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/e-mails. _JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL REQUIREMENTS, AND DESIRED ATTRIBUTES_ Knowledge: 1. Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing including anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalities. 2. Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care. 3. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care. 4. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment. 5. Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniques. 6. Knowledge of community, professional, and educational resources. * *Skills: 1. Skill in oral and written communication including interviewing to gather medical histories; providing presentations, consultations, facilitation, and documentation, e.g., writing medical orders, patient education materials, and medical record updates. May require skill in using computerized health information management systems. 2. Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking, and other organizational matters. 3. Skill in modifying methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide appropriate nursing care and in initiating appropriate emergency response and investigatory procedures. Abilities: 1. Ability to analyze complex data and draw conclusions. 2. Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures. 3. Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the public. _EDUCATION_ BSN requires; MSN preferred. Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved nurse practitioner program. Current state license as an advanced registered nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority. Current CPR certification. _EXPERIENCE_ Minimum three years of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting, plus two years of nurse practitioner experience. Current state registered nurse license. We take great care of careers. With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment. Job: Advanced Practitioners* *Organization: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital *Title: *Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist Service ( Per Diem) Location: Connecticut-Torrington-Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (10115) Requisition ID: 24166835
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