Job Description
Who We Are:
At Person Memorial Hospital, we value people and strive to create an environment where
individuals are recognized for who they are, not just what they can do. Our community facility
boasts 68 beds and offers a range of specialties, including orthopedics, cardiology, general
surgery, and emergency medicine. We also have a skilled nursing facility, imaging and laboratory
services, and other subspecialty care options.
Where We Are:
Roxboro is north of the busy urban
areas of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. The town is known for its serene rural landscapes,
pleasant climate, and warm small-town hospitality. Surrounded by beautiful hills, lush forests, and
farmlands, Roxboro offers a relaxed lifestyle with excellent educational facilities, affordable tax
rates, quality healthcare, and various recreational activities.
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Position Summary
Provides primary
or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations
in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Under the general supervision of the
medical care provider, and the direct supervision of the Manager, MedAccess Urgent Care, and
according to established policies and procedures, coordinates total healthcare plan for patients,
participates in patient and family teaching, acts as a patient/family advocate, and works with other
providers and ancillary personnel to maintain standards for a professional practice. Work is of a
very confidential nature. Performs other duties of the department as required.
Reports
to:Ā Department Manager
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Responsibilities of the Position
Obtains patient history and performs
assessment via observation, interview and examination.
Documents patient care performed, assessments
made, and orders given.
Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies.
Performs preventative
health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.
Provides direct treatment and management of
health conditions, including use of prescriptive authority and referral to other healthcare
providers or community resources.
Provides counseling and education of patients and their
families/caregivers concerning preventative health and wellness, treatment options, and community
resources.
Provides care in the context of promoting age and cultural appropriate informed choices,
shared decision making, and the right to self-determination.
Required Education
Master's degree is
required.
Graduate of a Program in Discipline is required.
Graduation from an education program for
Mid-Level Providers approved by the NC State Board of Medical Examiners and/or NC Board of
Nursing.
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Licenses/Certifications
An active and validĀ Registered Nurse PractitionerĀ License is
required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is
required upon hire.
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Required Skills
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to
work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate
action.
The employee must have the ability to understand, communicate and react effectively to the
unique needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Additional Information:
- Specialty: Nurse Practitioner
- Location: Roxboro, North Carolina
- Contact: Emily Bean, CPRP (Sourcing Specialist)
About the Company:
Person Memorial Hospital in Roxboro, North Carolina, is a 110-bed, Joint Commission-accredited
community hospital that provides compassionate, quality healthcare in a modern, equipment-rich
facility.Ā It was the first hospital to become a part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare.
To better serve
its community, the hospital recently completed a renovation of its Intensive Care Unit, Emergency
Department, Surgical Suites, Laboratory and Specialty Care Clinic. This improvement emphasizes
Person Memorialās commitment to its vision to provide progressive facilities, technology and
programs that maximize the effectiveness of its medical staff.