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Nurse Practitioner
Location:
Collegeville, PA
Description:
Creating a better way. It's more than just the philosophy we were founded on. It's our purpose. For our employees, it means more time with patients. Unrushed visits to build meaningful relationships. And most importantly, an opportunity to empower our patients to achieve their full potential - at work and in life. Determined to make a difference? Join our health care revolution and be a part of something better. GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB This position will focus on prevention, wellness, and maintenance of health in partnership with patients. This will be accomplished by evaluating, treating, and educating patients in a clinic setting. Under the collaboration of a physician, performs professional medical work in the examination, diagnosis and treatment of patients according to statutory limitations. Examines and diagnoses patients and develops treatment plans. Performs testing, refers to physicians as needed, writes prescriptions, and performs administrative procedures within their scope and licensure of expertise, protocols, and available equipment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provides comprehensive clinical patient care through interviewing, examining and treating associates and their dependents in order to meet their health and wellness needs. Prescribes appropriate medical treatment and clinical medications for patients and orders studies, tests and ancillary care services as required.Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition, with documentation in the medical recordKnowledge of a variety of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment, the desired effects, side effects, and complications of their use as well as the accurate administration of the pharmacologic agentEducates patients and/or families about preventive care, wellness, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medicationsPerforms physical examinations and preventive health measures within evidence based and best practice guidelinesOrders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needsDemonstrates knowledge of growth and development, and pathophysiology of disease processes, specific to age groups servedFollows all established rules and guidelines of evidence-based care and best clinical practiceRegularly reviews chronic medical conditions that require ongoing medical attention by accessing available registry toolsEducates patients on wellness, prevention and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and familiesWorks in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, partnership, or referral.May refer patients to physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatmentRefers to appropriate specialists outside the health center in a medically appropriate and efficient mannerPractices in a collaborative fashion consistent with the concept of a patient centered medical home, consulting and with the oversight physician as needed regarding patient care, assessment, and education issuesRefers patients to and utilizes unique internal associates' benefits and resources to maximize health outcomesDemonstrates exceptional and effective collaborative partnership and communication style with both patients and staffActively engages in quality improvement, leadership and complianceParticipates in quality improvement, continuing education, and other patient care programs established by the health center requirements for QuadMedAssists in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients, QuadMed, and clientsMaintains confidentiality of all patient and organization information and follows federal and state regulations and organization policies regarding protection of patient information.Effectively communicates with patients through technology to include email, video, telephonic, and text while complying with QuadMed policy and practicesDemonstrates knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues and approaches in area of expertiseDemonstrates the ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection control standardsDemonstrates the ability to remain calm and effective in emergency situations and establish a leadership role in an emergency JOB REQUIREMENTS Education: Completed master's degree level Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited college/university Experience: Minimum three (3) years primary care practice experienceAbility to work independentlyWorking with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)Experience working with pediatric patients in some locationsCertain clients and health centers may require travelCertain clients and health centers may require phlebotomy Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Active and unrestricted applicable licensureCurrent CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire NPI & DEACurrent National Board Certification Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Bilingual Spanish a plus in some locationsMust have working knowledge of practical nursing theories and policesAn understanding of the patient care procedures, medical protocols, and testing procedures necessary to support an Occupational Health center.Communicate effectively both orally and in writingRequires organizational and decision-making abilitiesRequires excellent assessment skillsComputer skills required (electronic medical record experience preferred)Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion PHYSICAL DEMANDS Manual Dexterity : Work requires accuracy and moderate speed Physical Effort: Work requires considerable variety of fairly steady active physical exertion with some and/or continuous standing or walking Working Conditions : May include exposure to conditions requiring the use of personal protective equipment Hazards : Exposure to hazards that may result in short-term work-related absences. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and hazardous materials Harry Quadracci was determined to do things differently, and to do them better. In 1991, the visionary print manufacturing CEO founded QuadMed out of the belief that there had to be a better way to provide his employees with access to affordable, high-quality health care. And what started as doing the right thing, ended up sparking a health care revolution. Now 30 years later, we partner with employers across the nation to provide value-driven health and wellness services in or near the workplace. With a focus on breaking down cost, access and quality barriers, we empower employees and their families to live healthier, happier lives. We offer excellent benefits to eligible employees, including 401(k), holidays, vacations and more. QuadMed and Quad is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to creating a place of belonging - a space where employees do not need to sacrifice who they are to exist and grow in our workplace. QuadMed and Quad does not discriminate on any unlawful basis including race, religion, color, national origin, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local laws. QuadMed and Quad also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. Drug Free WorkplacePDN-9b68c724-e254-41f4-9f53-720f4daa5f95
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