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NP or PA - Marshall Orthopaedics

Marshall Health · Huntington, West Virginia, US

Job Responsibilities: • Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients. • Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic...

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Job Responsibilities: Education: Graduate of a school of nursing. Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Experience: One year of related clinical experience preferred. License/Registration: Valid state license. CPR certification required Internal applicants must call HR at ext. 11653 to determine eligibility before applying. - Obtains complete medical history and physical data on patients. - Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed. - Performs a complete physical exam and records findings. Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients. - Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures. - Administers medications and injections according to physician direction. Sutures minor lacerations. - Interviews and advises patients regarding health and illness prevention. Recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs. - Instructs patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions. Provides patient education. - Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests a...