Practitioner

What they do

  • 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.

Qualifications

  • 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
  • APN authorization in the state where employed to practice in Family Health by the Board of Nurse Examiners.
  • 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 primary care as a family nurse practitioner.
  • Knowledge of disease prevention.
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