POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Medical Director, examines and treats patients, for episodic visits and on-going care of chronic and acute health conditions. Does health history and physical examinations and manages low to high-risk patients according to protocol and within limits of training and competence with appropriate MD supervision and consultation. Coordinates care with MD to makes referrals to outside agencies as indicated. Complies with all of the facility's policies, procedures, and PA protocols.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Examines patients: independently assesses and develops a treatment plan according to the protocols and consultations with the physician
- Determines whether the patient's condition requires the immediate attention of the supervising physician.
- Executes standing orders.
- Identifies normal and abnormal findings in history and physical exam. Orders appropriate laboratory and x-ray studies.
- After consultation with the supervising physician, may refer appropriate patients to specialist for consultation.
- May perform routine diagnostic procedures.
- May perform routine therapeutic procedures.
- Writes prescriptions as permitted by the state regulatory agency
- Provides pre-placement employment, school, camp, sports, DMV physicals
- Provides patient education for health problems, prevention etc.
- Instructs and counsels patient or legal guardian regarding matters pertaining to their physical and mental health, such as diets, social habits, medications, and the nature and treatment of their injury or illness and required follow up.
4. Assists the site Manager in providing supervision of clinical support staff in their role of doing patient prep, assessments, documentation, and education to facility patients.
5. Assist the Medical Director and Manager in maintaining and updating protocols as necessary based on current technical data.
6. Actively participates in Quality improvement activities through routine chart reviews or other methods identified by the Manager and/or Medical Director.
7. Keeps current professionally by attending CE courses, reading professional journals, etc.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Previous experience in an Urgent Care or ED clinical setting is preferred.
- Must be capable of independent assessment and development of a treatment plan in consultation with the physician and in compliance with PA protocol.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Valid RN NP license and furnishing license, State of California, or must have completed a qualified Physician Assistant program and have certification from the Medical Board of California required.
- Nurse Practitioners must have current DEA license required.
- Current BLS HCP certification required.
AGE OF THE POPULATION SERVED:
Newborn Infant/Pediatric Adolescent Adult Geriatric All X No Patient Care
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Standing, sitting, lifting up to 30 pounds, bending and general good health.
Skills Required
- Completion of a qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program and certification from the Medical Board of California
- Valid RN NP license and furnishing license, State of California (or PA certification as specified)
- Current DEA license (required for Nurse Practitioners)
- Current BLS Healthcare Provider (HCP) certification
- Previous experience in an Urgent Care or Emergency Department clinical setting
- Ability to independently assess patients and develop treatment plans in consultation with supervising physician
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Physical ability to stand, sit, bend and lift up to 30 pounds
What We Do
Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District, an Affiliate of the Scripps Health Network is proud to be the only ISO 9000:2008 certified hospital in the County of Imperial. ISO 9000:2008 certification is an international signal of our dedication and commitment to protecting our patients’ health and safety while they are with us. Located in Southern California, Pioneers Memorial Hospital is a highly recognized, 107-bed, acute care facility accredited by DNV - which stands for Det Norske Veritas – the Nordic Truth, is a hospital accreditation organization approved by the U. S. Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) and has some of the most strenuous standards in healthcare. We are committed to providing state-of-the-art healthcare and the highest quality community education. Located in Imperial Valley in southeastern California, Pioneers opened our doors in 1950. From the very beginning, we have been committed to continually updating, upgrading and improving our facility and our care. We have invested in technological advancements not commonly found in a hospital of our size. We offer a modern 16-bed emergency facility. We are a level 4 trauma center with an excellent reputation and board-certified emergency physicians. We offer specialized treatment through our Cancer Institute, Wound Clinic, Joint Replacement, Physical Therapy Center, Pioneers Health Center and Calexico Health Center. Within the Phyllis Dillard Family Medical Center is a duo surgery suite for obstetrical and gynecological surgeries. There are 14 suites in our Perinatal Department within the Women’s Center and we deliver approximately 1,800 babies per year.
