Per Diem Nurse Practitioner

General DescriptionProvide direct care to residents at the facility and provides emergency care to residents and staff personnel.Job Requirements (includes but may not be limited to)Provide general health care to maintain and/or regain the health of those placed in their charge.Diagnose, evaluate and treat diseases with in his/her capability.Perform all routine history and physical (H&P) examinations in accordance with Policy and Procedure.Order laboratory studies, x-rays, examinations, and electrocardiograms as appropriate.Initiate consultation requests with supervisory physicians approval.Prescribe treatment/medications consistent with established protocols.Utilize the results of Quality Assurance studies to improve standards of care and standards of practice.Provide patient education related to health status and treatment regime, using additional resources when needed.Maintain professional boundaries with residents at all times.Follows all requirements for documentation.Required to perform all assigned ACA related dutiesRequired to attend ACA and other assigned or mandatory training classes in accordance with Kintock training policiesPerform other work-related duties as assigned by the Medical Director/Physician.Qualifications/RequirementsExcellent oral and written communication skillsCPR CertificationCertification in the scope of practice.KnowledgeMicrosoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)ACA RequirementsSubstance Abuse treatment protocols and policy/proceduresAbilitiesCompetence in performance of duties as defined in appropriate state Nurse Practitioner crisis intervention, medical emergencies, physical assessments, and treatment.Education RequirementsGraduate of an accredited program and holds a current license to practice in the state of NJ/PA.