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SCHEDULE FTE: .75 REQUIREMENTS FOR ADVANCED REGISTERED NURSE PRACTITIONER

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Independently plans and directs care in the clinic in collaboration with Physicians and other health care professionals, providing medical treatment for minor illnesses and injuries to individuals and families that emphasize health promotion and disease intervention. This includes, but is not limited to, multiple systems assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting select diagnostic tests (x-ray, lab, etc.), prescribing pharmacologic agents and treatments and non-pharmacologic therapies, and performing procedures within the scope of expertise and organizational protocols.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Education, Experience, and Training

+ Iowa Board of Nursing Certification as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in the Specialty of Certified Nurse Practitioner required.

+ Must possess current Iowa Registered Nurse License.

+ Must possess a current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration.

+ Previous experience as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner in a clinical setting preferred.

+ Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution.

+ Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

+ Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations.

+ Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.

+ Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation.

+ Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.

+ Physical Requirements

+ Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.

+ Standing – Approximately 50% of shift.

+ Walking – Approximately 25% of shift.

+ Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds.

+ Twisting – Infrequent.

+ Bending – Infrequent.

+ Squat/Kneel – Not a requirement.

REQUIREMENTS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Performs medical services rendered under the supervision of a Physician in accordance with the Iowa Statute and Regulations for Physician Assistants, providing medical treatment for minor illnesses and injuries to individuals and families that emphasizes health promotion and disease intervention. This includes, but is not limited to, multiple systems assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting select diagnostic tests (x-ray, lab, etc.), prescribing pharmacologic agents and treatments and non-pharmacologic therapies, and performing procedures within the scope of expertise and organizational protocols.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

+ Education, Experience, and Training

+ Must be a graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program and successfully complete the NCCPA exam.

+ Must possess current Iowa Physician Assistant License.

+ Must possess a current DEA registration and State of Iowa Controlled Substances Act registration.

+ Previous experience as a Physician Assistant in a clinical setting preferred.

+ Must possess the ability to function independently under general guidance of the supervising Physician and the policies and procedures of the institution.

+ Must possess and demonstrate critical thinking skills.

+ Must maintain emotional stability in emergency situations.

+ Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.

+ Must possess valid certifications as determined by hospital privilege delineation.

+ Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.

+ Physical Requirements

+ Sitting – Approximately 25% of shift.

+ Standing – Approximately 50% of shift.

+ Walking – Approximately 25% of shift.

+ Lifting – Approximately 25 pounds.

+ Twisting – Infrequent.

+ Bending – Infrequent.

+ Squat/Kneel - Not a requirement.