Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Primary School Based-Part Time

at  Christus Health

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the School Based Health Services Director, the Physician’s Assistant has the responsibility and accountability for providing primary care to clinic patients as allowed under the Louisiana Nurse Practice Act. Practice will remain within the scope delineated by education/training. The PA/NP provides care and treatment, including routine care to adolescents and children, in accordance with health center policies and protocols. The PA/NP is responsible for participating in development, execution of and periodic review of the written policies governing the services which the health center provides. The PA/NP, in conjunction with the Medical Director, participates in the periodic review of the patient’s health records under his/her care. The PA/NP arranges for or refers patients to needed services that cannot be provided at the health center. The PA/NP assures that adequate patient health records are maintained and transferred as required when patients are referred to other providers. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital. It is expected that the associate demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The associate shall support the CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini’s strategic plan and the goals and direction of their Performance Improvement Plan (PIP).

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s degree in medical field of studies.
• One-year recent experience preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills English required, bilingual (English/Spanish; English/French) is preferred.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant by the state Board of Medical Examiners.
• Or current Nurse Practitioner licensure by the Louisiana Board of Nursing
• Current CPR Certification required.
• Current ACLS Certification required.

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