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Description:
Superb Opportunity!
Responsible and accountable
for the application of the nursing process, supervision
of clinical practice, research involvement, consultative
services, inter and intradepartmental liaison, education,
leadership and patient management across the continuum
from preventative, acute care through discharge. A
Nurse Practitioner's practice incorporates both independent
decision making abilities and collaboration with the
board certified/eligible physician to provide expert
care to the patients. Responsible for the planning
and coordination of all aspects of the work up and
care for the Cardio Thoracic patients referred for
pre heart transplant evaluation and post heart transplant
management, and patients referred for Ventricular Assist
Device placement throughout the continuum of services
- from initial referral to follow-up care. Develops,
coordinates, implements and evaluates educational programs/projects
for patients, personnel and the community. Collects/documents
data to meet clinical, financial and regulatory requirements.
Participates in the development of guidelines, protocols,
pathways and other performance improvement activities.
Participates in research activities. Serves as a patient
advocate throughout the care process. Represents the
medical center at regional and national meetings/conferences.
The Nurse Practitioner may have on call responsibilities.
This is a FULL TIME position. Hours: 8:00 a.m - 5:00
p.m.
Requirements/Experience:
Master of Nursing
Degree required. Current State of California Registered
Nurse and Nurse Practitioner License. Graduate of an
accredited Nurse practitioner program approved by the
California Board of Registered Nursing as defined in
Section 1482, Nurse Practice Act, Business and Professional
Code. National Certification or eligibility for certification
as a Nurse Practitioner. Current NP Furnishing License/DEA
or eligibility Full command (verbal and written) of
the English language. Demonstrates a commitment to
customer service and an ability to meet the needs and
expectations of patients and healthcare colleagues.
Minimum of 2 (two) years acute hospital experience.
ICU preferred.
Physical Demands:
Perceptive
acuity and physical ability to perform all direct and
indirect patient care functions including walking,
sitting, standing, bending and light lifting required.
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Posting
Date: Aug 19 08
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