Nurse Practitioner - Primary School Based Health - Full Time in Lake Charles, LA

Summary:

Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Interprets data, develops and implements therapeutic plans, and follows through on a continuum of care across the health-illness continuum in a school-based setting. 

Candidates will be expected to follow policies and procedures and support the Mission, Vision and Core Values of CHRISTUS Health. 

Responsibilities:

• Provides diagnosis and treatment of common acute illnesses, prevention and maintenance healthcare to patients with stable chronic illnesses, perform physical examinations for patients within prescribed guidelines in a school-based setting
• Provide health education to patients as required. 
• Maintain accurate records, medication lists, and documentation of care and follow-up for administrative purposes and reimbursement services. 
• Maintains competence in clinical practice, supervises and intervenes with clinical issues and support/directs triage by clinical staff when necessary. 
• Adheres to drug formulary developed by the practice. 

Experience

• NP/PA with family medicine experience is preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current certification to practice as an Advance Nurse Practitioner or PA in the State of Louisiana required. 
• Board Certification as an advanced practice clinician is required 
• American Heart Association BLS – within two (2) weeks of employment. 
• ACLS certification recommended. 

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time

Recruiter: 

Richelle Howell

richelle.howell@christushealth.org