Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine

SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner provides medical care to patients in the Medical Short Stay Unit, working collaboratively with physicians and other members of the healthcare team. With a typical patient load of 6 10 patients per shift and lower patient acuity, the position offers a manageable pace and strong work-life balance.

STATUS- Full Time

LOCATION- Rochester General Hospital

DEPARTMENT- Medical Short Stay Unit

SCHEDULE- Rotating 12-hour shifts- 2 weekends/month- no call

ATTRIBUTES

• Compassionate, warm and patient focused
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

OFFERINGS

• Strong work-life balance with flexible shift scheduling and time-off options
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• 403(b) retirement savings plan

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care. Provides care for an average of 6 10 patients per shift within the Medical Short Stay Unit.
• Patient Satisfaction. Interacts regularly with patients, family members, medical and social services, regulatory agencies and payor agencies. Communication requires empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.
• Medication & Orders. Prescribes drugs, devices and immunizing agents according to policy and practice agreement.
• Collaboration. Performs therapeutic and corrective measures within the area of expertise in collaboration with other healthcare team members.