Nurse Practitioner PRNTemporary

Nurse Practitioner - PRN/Temporary

Six months assignment with potential to extend

Care with Purpose Make a Difference That Matters

At Grafton were guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals with complex needs live healthier more fulfilling lives. As a Nurse Practitioner your meaningful impact is felt every day through compassionate evidence-based care that
supports both the body and spirit. Youll collaborate within a culture of teamwork and collaboration surrounded by colleagues who value your expertise and dedication. And because we care for you so you can care for
others we ensure you have the tools training and encouragement to thrive in your calling.

Join us and see the impact of your expertise change lives every day!
Be part of a team that leads with Heart & GRIT the Grafton Way !

Schedule: Two days a week preferred approximately 12-16 hours per week.

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner provides general medical care and treatment to Graftons client population (children and adolescents) under supervising authority of a physician. Assesses the physical/emotional needs of individuals with developmental disabilities and psychiatric conditions. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment. Supports provision of a therapeutic milieu by working in collaboration with academic and residential administrators. Provides direct services as defined in the scope of practice that pertains to his/her license. Spends 80% of work hours providing direct billable services such as physical examinations same-day sick client visits etc. Reports to Executive Director administratively. Practices under supervising physician.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conducts admission file reviews for the organization
• Provides admission and/or annual physicals
• Provides same-day visits for sick clients
• Identifies need for initiates and coordinates referrals for specialty consultations; Coordinates follow-up with external medical specialists
• Medication Evaluation and Review Assess clients to determine if pharmacotherapy is warranted. Prescribe appropriate medication for client condition conduct periodic medication review to monitor medication effectiveness and possible side effects adjust medication regime according to client needs
• Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory studies x-rays electrocardiograms and other special examinations/testing to identify and assess clients clinical problems and health care needs
• Discuss clients with supervising physician as scheduled
• Attend multi-disciplinary team meetings as needed to consult with the treatment team about the course of treatment. Participates with regional team in providing leadership on treatment issues
• Documents client files records physical findings and formulates plan of care based on clients condition
• Signs verbal orders within 24 hours of giving the order; communicates any concerns about the procedure with the assigned treatment team
• Counsels and advises clients and families about physical developmental and psychosocial aspects of health through individual and group contacts to promote optimal health
• Contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies methods designed to increase each persons motivation to assume responsibility for his/her own healthcare.
• Model a positive/professional leadership attitude when dealing with others in a day-to-day work situation
• Participates as an active member of the Medical Committee
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires a Masters degree in nursing
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the field
• Must hold a valid Virginia license as issued by the Boards of Nursing and Medicine
• Must be independently licensed for autonomous practice

PRN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan

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Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace

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Required Experience:

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