Nurse Practitioner - Pain Management

Qualifications JOB SPECIFIC CORE COMPETENCIES: Ability to problem solve using strategic critical thinking skillsMust show attention to detail in all aspects of your daily workMust demonstrate effective communications skills within all levels of communication while performing your job Essential Functions And Responsibilities Assesses patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews, assessing presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation and performing appropriate physical exam.Performs scheduled peer to peers with insurance payers during non-patient care moments.Orders appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed, including consultation and coordination with physicians and clinicians, for evaluation of care.Follows up with obtaining lab and diagnostic results and notifying collaborative physician of any significant results.Educates patients regarding balanced treatment optionsDevelops care plan for opioid therapy in accordance with state and federal opioid prescribing guidelines and collaborative agreement with pain management providerWorks collaboratively with physicians, and other healthcare providers to optimize patient careCurrent Indiana nursing license with renewal required.A Master of Science Degree in Nursing preferred.Professional knowledge of nursing theory and practice.Extensive knowledge of physical assessment, differential diagnosis, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and patient care management. Maintains CCU's for certification renewal. Expected Behaviors Patient First Characteristics Professional Behavior Positive Attitude / Demeanor Respect Teamwork Accountability Communication Dedication to Excellence. Cultivated effective partnerships and collaborations with providersUnderstands HIPAA guidelines and regulations, acknowledges patient rights.Serves as patient advocate with resolve and respect in communication and actions with patient and family. Demonstrate continual learning, utilizes evidence-based practice to affect positive change and to foster a culture of continuous improvement.Demonstrate competency in assessment, diagnosis, planning, and prescribing.Excellent customer service skills.Emotional stability to cope with emergency situations Mandatory License/Registration/Certification The following licenses/certifications are required (if checked): CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Nurse Practitioner (NP); Registered Nurse (RN) Additional Licensure/Credential Requirements Current State of Indiana NP License with prescriptive privileges. National NP certification required Additional Education And Experience Requirements Mandatory Continuing Education: Customer Service, Fire and Safety, Corporate Compliance (including Confidentiality), Infection Control, and education required by regulatory, accreditation bodies, scope of practice, and/or Hancock Regional Hospital.Demonstrated competence in area of clinical specialization.Ability to access, review, and synthesize clinical information from multiple sources to make clinical decisions Ability to utilize and explain risk stratification tools to patients and their families. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.