Pediatric Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

KidMed Urgent Care - Mechanicsville, VA

Job Title: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant - Urgent Care

Position: Healthcare Provider

Job Type: Full Time

Pay:

Shift: Monday-Thursday: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Friday: 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Work Type: On-Site

Location

Address:

City: Mechanicsville

State: VA

ZIP Code:

Job Responsibilities

Obtaining detailed medical histories and performing comprehensive physical exams.
Developing a treatment plan of care with considerable independence under physician direction.
Performing basic physical assessments using observation, inspection, auscultation, palpation, and percussion.
Coordinating medical plan of care.
Securing and evaluating medical health and developmental history of patients.
Performing assessments and evaluations via Telemedicine, as applicable.
Collaborating with managing physicians to develop and implement patient care clinical pathways.
Identifying opportunities for improvement in all aspects of the facility.
Facilitating patient flow, communication, and problem resolution.
Assisting with the implementation of policies and procedures.
Serving as a resource person and role model for staff.
Encouraging participation in facility activities.
Writing and executing orders in accordance with legal, ethical, state, and facility standards.
Administering medications and treatments safely as prescribed.
Identifying community health resources.
Performing necessary follow-ups on lab and x-ray results as directed by the physician.
Consulting the physician regarding patients showing signs of instability or who may require hospital admission.
Participating in mandatory training and staff meetings.
Reporting all parent/patient complaints to the manager promptly.
Conveying respect for patient rights and treating all patients with dignity.
Practicing positive customer relations and fostering a learning work environment.
Maintaining a clean work environment.
Functioning as a supportive team member.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and bedside manner
Computer literacy
Initiative, judgment, discretion, and decision-making abilities
Ability to differentiate between normal and abnormal findings
Skill in executing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures

Preferred Skills

Experience in pediatrics
Emergency/Urgent Care experience

Requirements

Experience:

Education: Graduation from an approved Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant program

License & Certification:

Valid license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant in Virginia
Valid DEA License (if applicable)
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification

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