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The Nurse Practitioner (NP)/Physician’s Assistant (PA) functions independently in the medical office setting in collaboration with a supervising physician. Emphasis on patient care, stable acute illness reprieve, health promotion and illness/injury prevention. Coordinates staffing and orientation of assigned team members. Plans and conducts ongoing education and training. Maintains infection control/safety standards, and be committed to providing and promoting patient-centered communication and care.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Assesses patient health status including state of wellness, compliance with care plan and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Provides acute and chronic patient care including taking histories, d monitoring therapies, giving injections and medications
- Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems.
- Makes responsible decisions within the scope of a dependent medical practitioner.
- Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.
- Documents patient information and care provided in patient record and maintains department statistics. Uses computer to access/enter needed data.
- Develops as needed health education programs and materials
- Works collaboratively with all members of health care team.
- Educates patients and families as appropriate. Provides continuity of care.
- Consults with other staff as necessary.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
Education (Including Licenses and Certifications):
- Must have an active license to practice nursing in the state of North Carolina as a Registered Nurse. Must have written approval by the North Carolina Board of Nursing and the North Carolina Medical Board to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or current North Carolina PA license, certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
- BLS/CPR Certification required
Experience:
- Prior experience in a NP or PA in GI preferred
Location & Lifestyle
Pinehurst Medical Clinic’s footprint expands across Chatham, Cumberland, Lee and Moore counties; all facilities serve the entire Sandhills Region of North Carolina. Being centrally located in the state allows for convenient access to the mountains, beaches and a plethora of places to enjoy a round of golf or water skiing on the lake. Although Pinehurst is a small town, it benefits from its proximity to larger cities. Raleigh is just an hour away, offering access to a wider range of amenities and entertainment options.
North Carolina is a four-season destination with the geography and climate to match every adventure seeker’s idea of fun!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $105,000.00 - $125,142.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Clinic
- Private practice
Medical specialties:
- Gastroenterology
Work Location: In person
