APP - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Acute Care

Provide patient education on illness prevention, medication use, and follow-up care. Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with scope of practice and protocols. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and administrative staff to optimize patient care and clinic operations.

Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic health record. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with clinic policies and regulatory standards. Respond promptly to emergencies and escalate care as needed.

Qualifications

Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred. Experience in urgent care, emergency, or primary care settings preferred.

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as a Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP-C) Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.

Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.