CNP

Provides primary or specialty care for clinic patients, ER patients, long term care patients and/or inpatients acting as an assistant to physicians. The Non-Physician Provider functions in a structured, clear setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Winner Regional Healthcare Center. The Non-Physician Provider must demonstrate knowledge of medical principles for the clinic patient and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Other duties as assigned by Clinic Manager. May be required to follow and round with a physician. Must have hospital privileges. When students are providing patient care, treatment and/or services as a part of their training, any/all employees may be asked to supervise the students. Full time employees will have exempt status.

• Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Performs a complete physical exam and records findings.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Synthesizes data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Prescribes and administers medications and injections according to physician directions.
• Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Provides patient education.
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information.
• Posts tests and examination results.
• Reads x-rays.
• Performs procedures approved within scope of practice and as instructed by physician.
• Delegates care appropriately.