Per Diem Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care - Poway

Under the general supervision of the assigned leader and clinical supervision of a licensed physician, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) will diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices ensuring the best patient care possible. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:Conducting physical examinationsInterpreting lab tests and overseeing patients' healthSupporting disease prevention practicesHelping people lead healthy livesExamine patients and their medical recordsOrder and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays, etc.)Diagnose health conditions and illnessesPropose treatments for chronic and infectious diseasesPrescribe medicationsMaintain accurate records and schedulesInform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medicationsEducate patients and their family members on diseases, epidemics, and preventionOversee patients' overall healthWork collaboratively with physician counterparts to manage the health care needs for specified patient populationsFunction as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team to coordinate efforts that maximize clinical and financial outcomesAbility to speak and read English at a level that is sufficient to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. Knowledge of standard office equipment (i.e., calculator, fax, photocopier) and personal computer and computer software skills (i.e., MS Windows, Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, internet, e-mail). Windows computer skills including proficient use of keyboarding, use of mouse or keys for functions such as selecting items, use of drop-down menus, scroll bars, opening folders, copying and similar operations required upon employment or within the first two weeks of employment to perform the essential functions of the job. Performs other duties as assigned. Follows Palomar Health rules, policies, procedures, applicable laws, and standards. Carries out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Palomar Health.Job Requirements

Minimum Education:

As required by certification and/or licensure

Preferred Education:

Minimum Experience:

Preferred Experience:

0 - 1+ years work with adult patients as Nurse Practitioner

Required Certification:

CA State Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) with National CertificationAmerican Heart Association recognized BLS - Healthcare Provider

Preferred Certification:

Not Applicable

Required License:

Current CA Nurse Practitioner LicenseCurrent CA RN License

Preferred License:

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