Avanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Infectious Disease

Why Beebe? Become part of the Beebe team – an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence. Overview This individual provides direct patient care as the Center\’s Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant according to established protocols, policies, procedures, and accepted standards of care. Functions within approved scope and credentials as approved by Beebe Medical Center credentialing committee. Follow established standards, procedures, and practices, and gives specific patient care directions to nursing and other staff. Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation and epidemiology of medical conditions. Performs history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for age, gender and clinical problem. Orders appropriate diagnostic studies and correctly interprets the results. Utilizes critical thinking to synthesize and analyze collected data. Develops, implements, evaluates and alters the plan of care as needed. Manages medical conditions based on knowledge of the indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions and adverse reactions of pharmacologic agents and other relevant treatment modalities. Counsels and educates patients and families. Demonstrates proficiency in procedural skills pertinent to practice area. Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in the electronic medical record. Qualifications Current CPR Certification Credentials: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Certified Active DEA license or ability to apply. Competencies Skills \”Essential:* Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. • Proficiency in ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests related to gastroenterology. • Excellent patient education and counseling abilities. • Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams. • Ability to manage a high-volume patient load in both outpatient and inpatient settings. • Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and medical documentation. • Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development. Credentials Essential: • Valid and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the practicing state. • Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or Physician Assistant (PA-C). • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). • DEA registration for prescribing medications (if required). Education Essential:* Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program. Other Information Current CPR Certification Credentials: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Certified Active DEA license or ability to apply. Entry USD $123,169.00/Yr. Max USD $180,179.00/Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr