Description

Nurse Practitioner:

• Help provide primary care to patients.
• Perform physical exams and patient observations.
• Record patient medical histories and symptoms.
• Create patient care plans and contribute to existing plans.
• Order, administer and analyze diagnostic tests.
• Monitor and operate medical equipment.
• Diagnose health issues.
• Detect changes in a patient’s health and change treatment plans as necessary.
• Administer medicines and treatments.
• Evaluate responses to treatments and medications.
• Consult with healthcare professionals.
• Train patients and families on managing illnesses or injuries and disease prevention.

Requirements

• Masters degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Must have RN licensure in the state where employed or a compact party state and be board certified by either ANCC or AANP.
• Must have prescriptive authorization
• Must be proficient with medical instruments and equipment required by the work.
• Knowledge of computer-based data management programs and information systems, as well as medical records and point-of-interview technology.
• Ability to communicate effectively, in verbal and written form, with retail and medical partners at various levels, patients, family members, physicians and representatives of the community.
• Sound understanding of all federal and state regulations including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Experience providing care as Orthopedic/ Spine nurse practitioner.
• Knowledge of disease prevention.

Education and/or Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program
• Preferred Education: BSN
• The employee shall meet the requirements of the Georgia Board of Medical Examiners; and be able to be licensed to additional states

License and / or Certification:

• Current licensure as a NP to practice
• Current DEA certification
• Current CPR certification required
• Current ACLS certification
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to meet and maintain current NCHC credentialing and privileging requirements.

Special Requirements:

• Must be willing to traveling to alternate Ortho Sport and Spine locations