Nurse Practitioner III Advanced Pain Center Norwin

Detailed Description:

Evaluate and treat patients with chronic pain using a multidisciplinary approach, including injection therapies, medication management, physical therapy, ordering diagnostic testing, and consulting surgical colleagues when necessary. This position is Monday to Friday, during daytime hours. Maintains and promotes the well-being of the patient through preventative healthcare and guidance. 

1. Regular, consistent, on-site, and timely attendance. 


2. Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient. 


3. Identifies normal and abnormal findings. 


4. Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed. 


5. Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments. 


6. Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.
   e. Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.
   4. Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.
   a. Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
   b. Delegates patient care appropriately.
   c. Maintains accountability for actions taken.
   d. Effectively functions as a resource person.
   e. Acts as a patient advocate.
   f. Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students.
   g. Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs.
   h. Completes all competency requirements annually.
   5. Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.
   a. Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
   b. Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
   c. Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.
   d. Uses LEAN principles.
   6. Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies.
   a. Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's.
   b. Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.
   c. Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.
   d. Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required.
   “Ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Physical Conditions chart; and the ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Conditions chart (see attached charts)”

1. Performs clinical responsibilities in a manner that maximizes patient care and outcomes.
   a. Participates in outcome management and Press Ganey scores.
   2. In collaboration with the physician: Interviews, evaluates and assesses patients in the clinic setting. Provides recommendations for treatment.
   a. Evaluates patient's current status providing recommendations for ongoing treatment. Assesses for alternate levels of care as necessary
   b. Adjusts medication as indicated
   c. Provides patient/family education regarding medication, rationale for use and possible side effects
   3. Collaborates with the supervising physician and or substitute supervising physician, to achieve desired outcomes and to assure continuous flow of patient care.
   a. Alerts the treatment team to any significant changes in the patient's status
   b. Within prescribed time frames reviews treatment goals and objectives with patients making modifications as appropriate
   c. Communicates pertinent information timely and efficiently to the supervising or substitute supervising physician
   4. Documents in the medical record.
   a. Records patient's current mental status
   b. Documents all screenings and assessments performed
   c. Records medication changes, prescriptions written and samples provided
   d. Documents patient's complaints, concerns and questions as appropriate
   e. Documents any/all telephone contact with patients, families, pharmacists or physicians
   f. Records beginning and end times of each session
   g. Signs and dates all documentation
   5. Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of a professional physician assistant.
   a. Demonstrates an ability to problem solve independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate
   b. Maintains accountability for actions taken
   c. Effectively functions as a resource person
   d. Acts as a patient advocate
   e. Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hire/students
   6. Participates in Performance Improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care, customer service, or practice efficiencies.
   a. Identifies initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction
   b. Assists in chart review/audits as needed for performance improvement data collection
   c. Supports initiatives implemented to improve patient outcomes and or efficiencies
   7. Provides for patient safety in compliance with physician practice policies.
   a. Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections
   b. Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care
   c. Practices the National Patient Safety Goals
   
   
   • Related training/experience (preferably within the past five years)
   • One-year medical/surgical experience