Nurse Practitioner, Traveling 1
Location: Clinton Mississippi
Description: Matrix Medical Network is in need of Nurse Practitioner, Traveling 1 right now, this vacancy will be placed in Mississippi. For detail informations about this vacancy opportunity please give attention to these descriptions. Post by Jobing - Title: Nurse Practitioner, Traveling 1 Location: Mississippi Req #: 2830 # of openings: 1 Description POSITION SUMMARY: The Nurse Practitio! ner (NP) acts as part of the clinical operations team and may be providing direct patient care in nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities (SNF) and home settings depending on the nature of the assignment or providing assessments to members in skilled nursing facilities and home settings. The responsibilities may include: geriatric assessment, medical history, physical exam, diagnosis and treatment, health education, physician referrals, case management referrals, followâ€"up and clear documentation according to Matrix guidelines and protocols. Nurse Practitioners are expected to meet Matrix standards for quality, service, productivity and teamwork. Consults with the Manager to ensure compliance with guidelines.
Participates in Risk and Quality Management programs, clinical meetings and other meetings as required. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: * Performs inâ€"depth health risk assessments on all assigned members, in skilled nursing facilities (SNF), nursing care faci! lities or in members' homes. * May be responsible for care pla! ns and treatment for members in medical management settings. * Works collaboratively with physicians, social workers, family, key care givers and any appropriate ancillary medical personnel.
- Responsible for implementing overall quality assurance activities, assessing, planning and administering health care which is individualized to the member and consistent with Matrix Medical Network policies and protocols. * Reviews and interprets the medical and social history of members. * Performs appropriate medical screening procedures for members. * Interprets laboratory data, orders additional laboratory investigations when indicated and ensures appropriate followâ€"up when assigned to medical management services.
- Is compliant with OSHA, CLIA, State Board of Nursing and Federal Board of regulations. * Participates in all mandatory compliance and other training programs, seeks guidance for complianceâ€"related concerns and adheres to all applicable laws, ! regulations and Matrix Medical Network policies and procedures. * Refers members to quality, case management and disease management programs as necessary. * May act as a preceptor (Level 3 only) * Performs other duties as assigned.
Able to independently perform comprehensive physical exam. Learning & Development Proven ability to pursue feedback, continuing education and professional development. Previous experience working with interdisciplinary teams and on special projects. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Must be able to demonstrate basic computer skills, including use of eâ€"mail and word processing.
- Effective written communication skills including but not limited to writing reports and correspondence. * Effective verbal communication skills including but not limited to speaking effectively to members, providers, families and staff. * Demonstrated ability to read and correctly interpret business related documents * Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, and use time effectively and efficiently. Concentrates efforts on priorities.
- Demonstrated successful experience working in an environment of change. Effectively copes with change and uncer! tainty; responds and “shifts gears†comfortably. * Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of both external and internal customers, acts with customers in mind. * Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
- Uses logical methods to solve problems with effective solutions; looks beyond the obvious for solutions. * Is action oriented and sees challenges as opportunities. Supervisory Responsibility: No supervisory responsibilities. Travel Requirements: Travel required.
- Must have valid state driver license and be able to drive a car. * Must have proof of adequate automobile insurance coverage for the state of residence. * Must be able to travel by public transportation, and airplanes. * Must be able to independently travel to assigned locations.
- Must be able to communicate information via telephone or computer. * Requires moderate to intense concentration due to complexity of the job. * Must be able to lift and/or move up to 75 lbs. * Must be able to observe “Universal Precautions†for bloodâ€"borne pathogens and body fluids.
The time will be split between administrative and clinical duties based on the needs of Matrix Medical Network. Equal Opportunity Employer Matrix Medical Network does not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other proscribed category set forth in federal or state regulations. The preceding functions may not be comprehensive in scope regarding work performed by an employee assigned to this position classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of this position.
Management also reserves the right to make reasonable accommodations so that a qualified employee(s) can perform the essential func! tions of the position.
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This vacancy starts available on: Sat, 06 Apr 2013 12:20:31 GMT