Advanced Practice Provider- Cape Pulmonology & Sleep Medicine

Saint Francis Healthcare System • Cape Girardeau, MO

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Provides primary care to patients following established standards and practices in collaboration with physician in the clinic.

Clinic Duties: -Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM -Management of Pulmonary Disease such as COPD, Lung Nodule Management, Chronic Cough, Tuberculosis, and other related pulmonary diseases. -12-14 clinic patients per day

Requirements

• Graduate from accredited school of nursing and successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner Program or Physician Assistant Program.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse and an Advanced Practice Nurse by the State of Missouri
• BLS Certification
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment
• Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, physicians, staff and the public
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and maintain calm and effective reactions during emergency situations
• Ability to communicate clearly, as well as understanding and responding to detailed oral and written instructions
• Ability to learn and efficiency utilize diagnostic equipment, electronic systems for ordering, medical records and other common computer programs

Nice To Haves

• Three years' experience as a family nurse practitioner and Physician Assistant Preferred.
• Experience with Pulmonary Diagnoses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Management of Pulmonary Disease such as COPD, Lung Nodule Management, Chronic Cough, Tuberculosis, and other related pulmonary diseases.
• Provide primary care to patients following established standards and practices in collaboration with physician in the clinic.

Benefits

• Saint Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics.
• In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) should you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with Saint Francis Healthcare System, please call 573-331-5152 or email us at [e-mail].
• Saint Francis Healthcare System supports the overall health and wellness of our colleagues by discouraging the use of tobacco and nicotine products.
• If you are selected for a career opportunity with our organization, and are a tobacco or nicotine user, you will be required to complete a tobacco/nicotine cessation program within your first year of employment. This program is free of charge as part of our Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level