Family Nurse Practitioner-Civilian at Madigan Army Medical Center Job at Katmai Government Services, Anchorage, AK

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  • Katmai Government Services
  • Anchorage, AK

Job Description

Family Nurse Practitioner-Civilian at Madigan Army Medical Center - (3911) Share this job as a link in your status update to LinkedIn. Job Title Family Nurse Practitioner-Civilian at Madigan Army Medical Center Location TACOMA, WA US (Primary) Job Type Full-time Job Description We are looking for a passionate and caring Nurse Practitioner to join our team of skilled professionals and provide health care services to our veterans and their families at Madigan Army Medical Center Outpatient Clinics in Tacoma, Washington. SUMMARY Assist with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide diagnostic treatment and medical care to the treatment of diseases and/or injuries. Review current and past medical history of patient. Responsible for the charting of patient’s outcomes, labs and referrals as needed. Abide by rules and regulations set forth by the military code of conduct and code of medical ethics. Conserve at all costs the patient’s health and wellbeing through the application of diversified knowledge of preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic medical procedures as deemed appropriate. Seek advice of consultants and sub-specialists. Attend Grand Rounds and training when offered to providers. Oversee and monitor other medical personnel in the care and treatment of patients to include nontherapeutic services, such as physical examinations. Initiate further testing if appropriate including laboratory testing, general X-Ray’s, MRI’s, CT’s, PET Scans, Nuclear Medicine, and admissions to the Military Treatment Facility (MTF). Review and chart any anomaly patient findings. Abnormalities documented shall be reviewed and signed off by the HCP within five (5) days of receipt. Prescribe medications, as appropriate, in accordance with the prescribers Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) privileges, hospital protocol and regulations set forth by Medical Staff Service. Prepare documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with hospital directives, ensuring that all documentation and reports are legible and complete. Utilize the appropriate electronic medical record system for patient encounters. Attend any in-service training on current Electronic Health Records (EHR). Make request for either patient or hospital information that cannot be handled by clinic personnel to the Patient unless directed by HCP. Adhere to the Center for Disease Control and OSHA guidelines concerning universal precautions to patient, physician and MTF staff. Maintain Infection Control Program at all times while providing services under this contract. Perform all duties in such a manner that they meet all Joint Commission Accreditation standards. Work in both in-patient and out-patient arenas which have the ability to perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Perform the important task of educating patients about preventative care and prescribed treatments. Conduct physicals, order tests and serve as a patient's primary healthcare provider. Dispense specific classification of medications. Maintain regular and punctual attendance. Perform all other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None. Job Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possess a Master’s Degree in Nursing from an Accredited Educational Institution, University or College program in the area of expertise or specialty indicated by the position. Licensed or registered by a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States in the medical specialty required by the position at the time of appointment. A minimum of one (1) consecutive year of professional nursing experience (equivalent to the GS-9 grade level) in addition to one (1) consecutive year as a practicing Nurse Practitioner. Must follow site required health screening and immunization requirements. All HCPs must possess and maintain current course completion documentation for Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) through an American Heart Association approved training program. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) are desired. Must be proficient in English (reading, writing and spoken word) to effectively communicate with patients, families, and fellow health care providers. Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Possess sufficient initiative, interpersonal relationship skills and social sensitivity such that they can relate constructively to a variety of patients from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Shall be computer literate as necessary for this position.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

None.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily indoors at a well-lit military treatment facility such as a clinic, outpatient facility or hospital. The environment is normally air conditioned, but conditions may change dependent upon circumstances. Work may need to be performed in a fast-paced environment requiring quick thinking and rapid judgements. Employee will be exposed to a wide variety of clients in differing functions, personalities, and abilities. Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids, latex, radiation or other contaminants and safety issues. May be exposed to infection or diseases from contact with patients. Work is highly social with patients and can be stressful with a high emotional element. Decisions made may substantially impact patients and their families.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of sitting for long periods of time, using hands/fingers, handling, reaching with hands and arms, speaking, or translating. Periods of walking, standing, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, and lifting boxes weighing up to 30 pounds. Moderate to extended periods of office work with heavy periods of computer usage. It is Katmai’s business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. Benefits Package Education Master's Degree Category Professional Exemption Type Exempt Travel None Katmai Government Services (KGS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ouzinkie Native Corporation (ONC). ONC is an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC) formed under the 1971 Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). #J-18808-Ljbffr Katmai Government Services

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors,

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