Take Care Health Systems, is an innovative organization that provides the American workforce with the benefits of improved wellness and preventive care. We operate on-site employee healthcare programs, clinics and fitness centers for some of the country’s largest corporations and federal agencies.
We are proud to partner with Lowes Companies to provide Acute Episodic Care services at our new employee health center in Northern Georgia (Adairsville). We are currently seeking a Full Time Nurse Practitioner to join us in this setting.
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) uses clinical judgments in conducting health assessments making differential diagnosis, and prescribing pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Plans are implemented through independent action, health counseling, and collaboration with other members of the health team. The NP is responsible for clinical oversight and health center consultation regarding administration of health care policy and procedure of the delivery of on-site health services. The NP promotes optimum health, prevents illness and injury, and manages acute and chronic health problems in the on-site setting.
Essential Functions:
Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician
Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs
Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient’s condition. Provides written home-going instructions
Collaborates with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan as necessary
Prescribes or recommends medications or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures
Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment
Maintains medical records (In some health centers it may be using Electronic Medical Record software)
Educates and coaches nursing staff on best nursing practices
Other duties as assigned