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Wayne Memorial Hospital

Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant - Emergency Room

Honesdale, Pennsylvania Full Time Posted Today
Specialty Emergency Medicine
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Education

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
The opportunity

Job Description

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide clinical care in our Emergency Room. You will work as part of the physician-led team, delivering primary emergency care to patients while following established standards, practices, and protocols.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care in the emergency setting
  • Act as an assistant to physicians in the Emergency Room
  • Take medical histories and assess patient medical conditions
  • Interpret clinical findings and develop appropriate care plans
  • Maintain accurate medical records and prepare clinical reports
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public
  • Contribute to department quality assurance initiatives

Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Knowledge of professional nursing or medical theory, practice, and patient care principles
  • Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations, and procedures
  • Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used in patient care
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and appropriate precautions
  • Skill in applying clinical principles, methods, and techniques as a healthcare provider
  • Skill in taking medical histories and interpreting clinical findings
  • Skill in preparing and maintaining medical records and clinical documentation
  • Skill in developing and maintaining quality assurance standards
  • Ability to maintain quality control standards
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations
  • Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply clinical guidelines and procedures
  • Ability to communicate clearly with patients and healthcare team members
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