Overview:
Dermatology Nurse Practitioner provides diagnoses and treats patients with benign and malignant disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails. Also provides expertise in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss, scars and the skin changes associated with aging.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
Responsibilities:
* Perform examinations on new and existing patients. Establish presumptive diagnoses, order appropriate studies and manage the patient's care as a member of the health care team.
* Writes prescriptions and performs procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.
* Educates patients and families and helps them understand issues related to physical and emotional health and promotes wellness.
* Maintains accurate and complete patient records in compliance with organizational policy.
* Refers patients to specialty services when appropriate.
* Provides professional medical services within the scope of training and responsibility, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and organizational policies.
* Support physicians with on-call responsibilities and hospital rounds.
* Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
* Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications:
Required:
* Active Registered Nurse and ARNP licensure with prescriptive authority in the state of Washington, required by start date.
Desired:
* Related experience.
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