Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Urgent Care - PRN
Kenner, LA
- Eligibility
- NP
- Unit
- Urgent Care
Posted Sep 11
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Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Accepts
- NP
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- LA nursing roles that state pay post $33/hr to $52/hr
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About this role
The Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner works as part of an inter-professional team to provide efficient, high quality, cost effective care in the outpatient clinic setting, telehealth visit, and occupational medicine. Works under the supervision of a Medical Director and in a collaborative practice model within the scope of licensing and credentialing and in accordance with privileges allowed. Obtains patient history and performs assessments using interview, observation and physical examination and orders and interprets diagnostic testing as needed for patient care and provides direct patient care and management of health conditions utilizing prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers.
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Participates in quality improvement initiatives, staff development and education, patient and patient caregiver education and assumes responsibility for professional development. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.
Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion. Education Required - Master’s degree in Nursing Required - Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved physician assistant training program. Work Experience Preferred - 3 years’ related working experience Certifications Required – Licensed in the state of practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Family Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification from the American Heart Association Eligible for Prescriptive Authority within the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing Preferred – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Medical Examiner Certification and registration with the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Required - Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification Eligible for prescriptive authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. - Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. - Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. - Strong interpersonal skills. - Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level. - Reliable transportation as must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. - Must be able to work a flexible work schedule including weekend and holiday coverage. - Ability to work independently as clinics are typically single or double provider coverage.
Job Duties - Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care. - Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. - Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes and may develop research methodology. - Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community. - Performs duties including but not limited to ordering and in interpreting radiology tests, Point of Care Testing and lab testing, EKG reading, minor procedures (lacerations, incision and drainage abscesses), and pediatric population (6 month and older). - Provides training and education to staff, including new APPs and students. - Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. - Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.
The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Sourced from Ochsner Health’s careers page.
“Work Experience Preferred - 3 years’ related working experience Certifications Required - Licensed in the state of practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Family Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification from the American Heart Association Eligible for Prescriptive Authority within the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing Preferred - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Medical Examiner Certification and registration with the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Required - Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification Eligible for prescriptive authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) - Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.” · from this posting
Requirements
- Licensed in the state of practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
- Family Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified
- Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC/AANPCP Certified
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
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- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice
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Place
- City
- Kenner, LA
- Median rent
- $1,179/mo
- Local household income
- $64,020/yr
- State price level
- 12% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Louisiana index 88.2, where 100 is the national average.
Kenner sits just west of New Orleans along the Mississippi River, offering a quieter suburban base with easy access to the city's renowned dining, music, and culture. Home to Louis Armstrong International Airport and near Lake Pontchartrain, it appeals to nurses seeking affordability and convenience without living in the urban core.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024.
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