Nurse Practitioner

Core Job Functions

• Refers patients to correct laboratory, radiology center, hospital or specialist.
• Ensures precertification is obtained when needed prior to services being rendered.
• Folows referral process based upon insurance company's policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance on available services and self management.
• Aids patients in navigating health education and supportive services within and outside of clinic, including the facilitation of referrals.
• Follows up on care and ensures that patients are receiving appropriate care.
• Administers medication safely.
• Provides quality care to all patients.
• Takes initiative and uses sound judgment.
• Follows policies and procedures for routine office procedures, tests, administration of medications and assisting providers up to and including IV therapy.
• Recognizes and anticipates urgent and emergent patient situations and responds appropriately.
• Identifies patient education needs and may assist in patient teaching as to appropriate health maintenance and management of illness.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and other members of the health care team.
• Informs patients on physician instructions and any preparations.
• Informs patients about procedures prior to performing procedures.
• Verifies and updates patients clinical record on each visit.