NURSE PRACTITIONER/PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT - SCC GASTROENTEROLOGY at South Central Regional Medical Center

Laurel, Mississippi, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Assessment, Diagnostic Reasoning, Pain Management, Geriatric Care, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Patient Education, Interpersonal Communication, Clinical Judgment, Patient Safety

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

NURSE PRACTITIONER OR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT JOB TITLE: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant DEPARTMENT: SCC Gastroenterology FULL TIME/PRN: Full Time JOB SUMMARY Provides high‑quality healthcare services across diverse patient populations, including geriatrics and pediatrics. Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments, develops and manages individualized treatment plans, supports pain management strategies, and educates patients and families. Collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to promote optimal outcomes, patient safety, and informed decision‑making. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Master’s degree in Nursing (NP) or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program (PA). • Current national certification (FNP‑C, AGNP‑C, PNP‑C, PA‑C, etc.). • Valid state license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Experience in pain management or geriatric care. • Additional pediatrics or specialty certifications. • Bilingual communication skills. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history and physical exams. • Develop and implement individualized care and treatment plans. • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions. • Provide pain management strategies and follow‑up. • Educate patients and families on medication use, disease prevention, and self‑care. • Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests. • Adjust treatment plans based on clinical progress. • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams. • Maintain accurate and timely documentation. SKILLS • Strong assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical judgment. • Competency in Family Medicine, Pain Management, Geriatrics, and Pediatrics. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to recognize risks and promote patient safety. • Preferred: bilingual communication abilities. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS • Ability to stand and/or walk for extended periods. • Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, and kneeling. • Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs independently; >50 lbs with assistance/devices. • Assist with patient positioning/transfers using proper body mechanics. • Manual dexterity for clinical procedures, diagnostics, and computer use; adequate vision, hearing, and speech. All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position. South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality healthcare services by conducting comprehensive clinical assessments and managing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to diagnose acute and chronic conditions and educate patients on disease prevention.