Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner PA / NP - Hospitalist - Nights

About the role

The CNS/NP serves as clinical resource and an independent practitioner who diagnoses and manages acute and chronic diseases on the inpatient unit. Proactively manages the care of patients across the continuum of care. Oversees the case management of complex patients Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Completes a comprehensive health assessment including an appropriate health history (chief complaint, history of present illness, past medical history, family history, social history, review of systems, and pain history) and physical exam
• Determines the need for and interprets the results of relevant screening and diagnostic tests.
• Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning abilities to formulate a diagnosis by critically analyzing history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests.
• Modifies assessment techniques according to patients condition, culture, age, and stage of development.
• Effectively communicates health findings and/or the diagnosis of a health condition to the patient, discusses the prognosis and options for treatment for the condition, and then establishes a mutually acceptable plan of care with the patient.
• Manages acute and chronic health conditions by providing effective pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions; assists patients in following the plan of treatment, and selects the appropriate "best practice" treatment.
• Prepares written prescription orders, medications, and controlled substances under the rules and regulations of the State of NM and the Federal DEA.
• Initiates timely and appropriate consultation, referral or collaboration with the hospitalist and/or members of the health care team.
• Determines the need for and implements health promotion strategies for patients considering specific age and cultural requirements in accordance with population health principles to reduce risk factors and prevent disease
• Demonstrates good interpersonal communication skills for patients of various ages and cultures, and also has the ability to develop appropriate and professional rapport with patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
• Maintains patient medical records as required by hospital and regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Additional Job Description:
• We offer more than the standard benefits!
• Learn more about our employee benefits
• Presbyterian is not just a great place to practice medicine, it's where you'll find a different way to make a difference. Our commitment to safe, high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do. Here's a glimpse of what sets us apart:
• Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
• Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
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• The RESET program is a multi-day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth. Through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support, participants gain insights, tools, and practices to enhance well-being, resilience, and intentional living.
• About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:
• Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide h

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Location Address: 1100 Central Avenue SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930 Type of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1.00

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