Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner

Company: Optimum Care Hospitalist Group
Location: Oklahoma City
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

Location: Oklahoma City
Compensation: $115,000 to $135,000
No. of Positions: Looking to fill Several Positions

About Optimum Care Hospitalist Group:
Join Optimum Care Hospitalist Group and become part of a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to transforming patient care across a diverse spectrum of settings. Our expert Physicians, Physician Assistants, and Nurse Practitioners specialize in a wide range of services, offering a holistic approach that supports patients on their journey towards improved health and overall well-being.
At Optimum Care, you'll have the opportunity to work in various challenging and rewarding environments, including acute care hospitals, long-term acute care facilities, acute rehab canters, acute inpatient psychiatric units, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living facilities, memory care facilities, transitional care home visits, urgent care, and primary care settings. This diversity allows our team members to gain valuable experience and make a meaningful impact on patients' lives across different stages of care.
Our collaborative approach ensures that every team member contributes to personalized care plans that address not only the physical but also the emotional and social aspects of each patient's condition. By joining Optimum Care Hospitalist Group, you'll be part of a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and where you can truly make a difference in patient outcomes.
If you're passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care and seeking a workplace that values collaboration and professional growth, consider a career with Optimum Care Hospitalist Group. Discover the opportunities awaiting you as we continue to innovate and excel in healthcare delivery.Job Summary:Join our team at Optimum Care Hospitalist Group in Oklahoma City, OK, as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) dedicated to delivering high-quality urgent care services during evening and weekend shifts. This position offers an opportunity to utilize your clinical expertise in diagnosing, treating, and managing a variety of urgent medical conditions. You will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced and supportive environment.Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and assessments to determine urgent care needs.
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and infections.
• Perform minor procedures such as suturing, wound care, splinting, and minor surgical interventions.
• Prescribe medications and treatments based on clinical guidelines and patient needs.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including X-rays and laboratory tests.
• Educate patients and families on medical conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records using electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
• Adhere to practice protocols, clinical guidelines, and regulatory standards.
• Provide patient-centred care with empathy and compassion.Qualifications:
  • Master s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Master s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
  • Current Nurse Practitioner license and certification in Oklahoma, or Current Physician Assistant license and certification in Oklahoma.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or a related field preferred.
  • Proficiency in performing urgent care procedures and managing urgent medical conditions.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Availability to work some evening shifts during weekdays and weekends as scheduled.
    
    Benefits:
    • 401(k) matching
    • Dental insurance
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Vision insurance

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