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Spectrum Health

Family Nurse Practitioner

Spectrum Health, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States, 19117


Job Descriptions:

Job Summary:

The incumbent provides outpatient comprehensive primary care services for patients of all ages by performing the following functions.

Essential Functions (Family-NP)

Provides outpatient services for all patients registered to Spectrum Health Services, Inc.

Provide for the non-obstetrical needs of the site’s adult and pediatric population

Examines patients for symptoms or physical information

Follow up on abnormal laboratory results

Reviews patient’s medical record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status

Elicits and records information about patient’s medical history

Conducts physical examinations to provide information needed for health wellness, admission to school, consideration for jobs, or eligibility for insurance coverage.

Documents the patients visit including physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action.

Provides gynecological examinations to females as needed.

Promotes health by advising patients about diet, hygiene, and methods for preventing of disease.

Refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patients well being

Confers with staff of other agencies, hospitals, schools, and community services to establish and maintain continuity of care.

Responds to and assists with any medical emergencies that may occur at the site.

Assists in establishing of clinical protocols for Spectrum Health Services, Inc

Participates in Quality Improvement activities and peer review activities as required.

Participates in rotation of after clinic hours for telephone coverage including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Required Experience:

Qualifications/Experience:

Three to five years’ experience in an ambulatory setting preferred

A master’s degree in Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner Program (CRNP) required.

Board Certified in Family Medicine

A CRNP certification required.

Current DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) Certificate

Current driver’s license required

Current CMEs required

BLS certification required

Keyword: Family Nurse Practitioner

From: Spectrum Health Services, Inc