Summary
In collaboration with a physician, provides for the expansion of individualized primary healthcare services by diagnosing and treating certain acute or chronic health conditions.
Responsibilities:
- Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies. Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and patient care.
- Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
- Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
- Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Required Credential(s):
- Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
- Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Education:
- Master's degree of Nursing required.
Work Experience:
Additional Information
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday with a choice between 4-10hr days or 5-8hr days
Location(s): Kzoo, Battle Creek, Dowagiac, Allegan, Portage
Call shifts/month: shared rotation 1 week every 4-5 weeks depending on provider PTO
Seeking a highly motivated, patient centered, and compassionate APC to join our growing diabetes and endocrine care team. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to work collaboratively with endocrinologists, certified diabetes educators, advanced practice clinicians, medical assistants, and medical receptionists. Must be willing to travel to satellite locations.
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