Nurse Practitioner – Traveler Jobs in Louisiana

Extensive knowledge of current medical, rehabilitative and nursing care techniques.

Ability to interpret physical findings and refer or treat/manage the patient as the condition or protocol dictates.

Ability to work effectively with individuals or groups in providing health education.

Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Ability to implement the philosophy and objectives of the program.

Ability to make comprehensive accurate assessments and decisions and plan care in accordance with assessments.

· Refers members to quality, case management and disease management programs as necessary

· Minimum 1-year clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner in geriatric, adult, emergency, or family practice setting

· Pursues feedback, continuing education, and professional development.

· Possesses previous experience interdisciplinary teams and on special projects

Successful completion of background check is required for this position.

4 openings for Transition of Care

Experience, Education, Training, Special Skills, and Licensure:

Actively participates in hospital committees and other quality improvement activities as requested by manager.

Treatment plan is implemented with consults and referrals with interdisciplinary team regarding patient assessment findings conducted as appropriate at all times.

Students are precepted in accordance to specified guidelines.

Patient care activities are efficiently coordinated, and communication facilitated to maximize patient outcomes at all times and ensure continuity of care.

As a primary resource to patient care team, identifies, provides, develops, and maintains learning resources for patient care team as requested.