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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPublic Health Nurse Practitioner JEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Job Title: Nurse Practitioner Department: Public Health Division: Nursing Reports to: Director of Nursing FLSA Exempt(Y/N): Yes-Professional Union: UFCW BBP: Potential Exposure HIPAA: Level 1 Salary Level: Grade 42 Location: Public Health Office Approved By: Human Resources Manager , z .� Approved Date: July 2020 SUMMARY Provides a variety of medical care and treatments to patients in medical facility such as clinic,health center, or public health agency by performing the following duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Performs complete physical examinations on males and females and provides health care within license and practice guidelines. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Performs lab services such as Hgb,BP,UCG, wet mounts,venipuncture. Records physical finding same day as exam and formulates plan based on patient's medical needs. Prescribes,recommends or administers medications or other forms of treatment. Completes referrals to mental health or drug treatment, as well as financial referrals. Refers patients to community Physicians for consultation, primary care or for specialized treatments. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. COMPETENCY Toperform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the ,Y p Y following: Analytical- Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures. Problem Solving-Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes Information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Project Management-Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. Technical Skills- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service-Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills-Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Jefferson County Job Description: Nurse Practitioner Page 2 of 3 Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills;Participates in meetings. Written Communication-Writes clearly and informatively;Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork-Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Quality Management-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Cost Consciousness-Works within approved budget;Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources. Diversity- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ethics-Treats people with respect;Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support-Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values. Judgment-Displays willingness to make decisions;Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Planning/Organizing-Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism-Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality-Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity-Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner. Safety and Security-Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability-Manages competing demands;Able to deal with frequent change,delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality-Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability-Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Master's degree(M.A.)or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management,public groups, and/or boards of directors. Jefferson County Job Description: Nurse Practitioner Page 3 of 3 MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, andpermutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency q � h' pp Y p q Y distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data,establish facts,and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of ACCESS Database software; EXPLORER Internet software;EXCEL Spreadsheet software and WORD Processing software. CERTIFICATES,LICENSES,REGISTRATIONS Valid Washington State Driver's License Washington State Board of Health License as Nurse Practitioner with prescription privileges. Employees in this position,according to the Medicaid Administrative Match Steering Committee, Washington State Association of Local Public Health Officers Questionnaire for Skilled Professional Medical Personnel, meet all the requirements for the Medicaid Administrative claiming program. OTHER KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES Must attend required training to keep license current, including required hours of pharmacology training. Must update medical and clinical knowledge in self-directed ways and within directions from Health Officer.Lab and care protocols will be followed and updated by staff. On-going chart audits and patient care summaries will be reviewed by Nursing Director and Health Officer. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job,the employee is regularly required to stand;walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job,the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. CAREER LADDER This position is not part of a Career Ladder.