Nurse Practitioner (NP) – ED Observation Unit - AP Healthcare (Framingham, MA)

Nurse Practitioner (NP) – ED Observation Unit ABOUT THE POSITION We are looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to work in the Emergency Room Observation Unit at a community hospital in the Metro West area. This is a full time position with a schedule that will include rotating day and evening shifts with every other weekend. RESPONSIBILITIES Under the direction of an assigned supervising physician, the Nurse Practitioner will provide professional medical support to assigned patients in our Patient Observation Unit in Framingham. Records appropriate information pertaining to patient histories and physicals and physician orders. Completes all medical record documentation in a timely manner. Obtains necessary medical history, assuring accurate assessment of patient’s conditions/needs. Performs accurate and complete physical exams in accordance with established protocols. Integrates history and physical findings with clinical knowledge to adequately screen patients pre-procedure. Communicates medical assessment to patient and attending physician as needed. Incorporates the information from the unit-specific equipment manual in providing safe patient care. Provides care appropriate to the patient population. Assesses a situation, considers alternatives, and chooses appropriate course of action in accordance with delineation privileges. Reports all unusual circumstances to physician and seeks guidance and direction as necessary. Selectively orders only diagnostic tests pertinent to clinical situation. Interprets diagnostic tests appropriately. Instructs and counsels patients, taking into consideration the patient’s mental and physical condition. Functions in a calm manner during a stressful, emergency, or crisis situation. Practices within the scope of Delineation of Privileges and scope of Licensure. Performs comprehensive pre-procedure assessments and writes appropriate pre-procedure orders. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of all office equipment and procedures. Demonstrates competence in all routine office procedures. Works effectively with all office staff to ensure patient safety and comfort. Writes appropriate post procedure orders. Follows up on patient complications as appropriate. Completes all documentation in a timely fashion. Serves as clinical resource for staff. Provides staff training for new procedures and protocols as directed. Assists with the development of documentation and forms for procedures. Serves as preceptor for new mid-level staff. Provides direct training and supervision as needed. Ensures that competency documentation procedures are followed. SCHEDULE Rotating Days and Evenings Every Other Weekend REQUIREMENTS Graduate of an approved Nurse Practitioner program. Massachusetts license for Advanced Practice Nursing. Massachusetts controlled substance registration. DEA License. ABOUT THE EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT In an emergency situation, people need an accessible and reliable place to turn for medical care. To meet the needs of patients and their families during medical emergencies. Our client offers 24 hour, seven days per week comprehensive emergency services. In addition to providing comprehensive medical services in the EDs, they are staffed and equipped to manage complex medical concerns at all times of the day. Follow up care is readily available in: Cardiac care, Intensive care, Maternity, Pediatrics, and Surgery. Emergency Department staffing includes physicians certified in Emergency Medicine, and nurses certified in advanced cardiac care, advanced pediatric life support and trauma nursing. ABOUT US AP Healthcare is a permanent placement staffing firm dedicated to helping healthcare professionals make the connections necessary to find their dream job. In addition to advocating for you with our clients, we offer resume guidance, interview coordination and coaching, detailed feedback, and offer negotiation. We look forward to partnering with you in your search for a new position. APPLY TODAY If you have any questions or would like additional information, please call Wendi at (857) 444-6021 or email me at wmclane@aphealthcare.net. I look forward to hearing from you! Keywords: NP, nurse practitioner, emergency room, emergency department, ED, ER, observation unit, advanced practice nurse, APRN, MSN

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