We are looking for a professional Nurse Practitioner who can deliver primary medical care to a wide variety of patients. The Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for caring for patients, maintaining accurate and current patient records and scheduling and administering follow-up appointments to patients as required. The successful candidate will work as a team with our nurses and physicians and will assist in delivering premium care to each and every patient.
KEY JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Peform physical examinations of patients to evaluate health and diagnose illnesses;
- Order and peform diagnostic tests, such as x-rays and laboratory tests;
- Determine, plan, and initiate appropriate treatment, and adjust treatment if necessary;
- Prescribe and dispense medications;
- Document medical information of patients and maintain electronic medical records;
- Educate, instruct, and counsel patients and families on presenting health problems, treatment plans, and home care, and encourage and promote preventative health care and positive health behaviors;
- Request consultation or referral with other health care providers, such as physicians and clinics;
- Actively maintain knowledge of current medical research and trends, and support research projects;
Qualifications for Nurse Practitioner
- Graduate degree from an accredited nursing school, such as a Master of Science in nursing;
- Must have a current license to practice as a nurse practitioner in the state of practice;
- Strong leadership skills, self-confidence, and ability to remain calm in stressful situations;
- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Geriatrics
- Internal Medicine
- Pain Medicine
- Primary Care
- Sports Medicine
- Wound Care
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-person
- Medical office
- Private practice
Ability to Relocate:
- Prattville, AL 36067: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person