JOB DESCRIPTIONnnJOB TITLE: Nurse PractitionernnLOCATION: Poughkeepsie, New YorknnJOB STATUS: Full-timennJOB SUMMARYnnPremier Medical Group is expanding and seeking a full time Nurse Practitioner to join our busy, multi-specialty medical practice, located in the Hudson Valley. Premier is an independent practice, looking to enhance patient access with motivated and experienced clinicians. The ideal candidate will have a foundation of clinical experience, enthusiasm, and a patient-centered approach.nnThis position includes the direct care of patients in coordination with our physicians and clinical support staff, comprehensive health assessment, management of complex disease states, ordering and review of laboratory and diagnostic tests, executing treatment plans, prescribing, authorizing, and monitoring medication regimens, and participating in hospital rounds. The NP will also consult with other departments, as appropriate, to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.nnJoining Premier means not only having the chance to work in a friendly, supportive environment but also becoming part of our growing family of capable and compassionate staff. We encourage every staff member to positively impact the way we care for patients.nnPremier offers a full range of benefits including a competitive compensation package, health insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, a 401K/profit-sharing plan, and many perks and discounts.nnESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESnnWorks in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers to provide health care across the continuum of care to assigned patients.nnPerforms hospital rounds of new consults and follow-up patients and assists in discharge of patients.nnObtains patient medical, physical, and psycho-social history and performs comprehensive health assessment including physical exam, based on age and history.nnConducts non-invasive preventive screening procedures based on age and history.nnIdentifies medical and health risks and needs. Updates and records changes in health status in EMR.nnFormulates the appropriate differential diagnosis based on history, physical examination and clinical findings.nnOrders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests and laboratory studies within protocol guidelines.nnDevelops and provides a relevant patient education plan.nnPrescribes and administers appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.nnMakes appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies.nnDetermines the effectiveness of the plan of care through documentation of client care outcomes.nnReassesses and modifies the treatment plan as necessary to achieve medical and health goals.nnCompletes all documentation in EMR in a timely fashion. Codes patient visits accurately and appropriately.nnParticipates in quality assurance review on a periodic basis, including systematic review of records and treatment plans.nnTreats patients and their families with respect and dignity.nnConsults other departments, as needed and as appropriate, to provide an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs.nnEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEnnGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program; NYS licensed.nn2 – 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.nnQUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTSnnDemonstrates an ability to utilize advanced health assessment and decision-making skills.nnUtilizes initiative; strives to maintain steady level of productivity; a self-starter; compatible and supportive; a team player.nnMaintains a good working relationship and effective communication both within the department and with other departments for the benefit of the patient.nnDemonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.nnMaintains patient confidentiality at all times.nnRepresents the organization in a positive and professional manner.nnAttends outside clinical updates as required and attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.nnComplies with all regulatory requirements and standards.nnActively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.nnPremier Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer