Job Description

Cookeville Regional Medical Center seeking a *Full-Time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant* to join our team at our Gastroenterology Clinic.

*Hours:* Monday - Friday 8a-5p

*Job Summary*

Under the direct or indirect supervision of a licensed physician, the Advanced Nurse Clinician/Physician Assistant assesses patients’ Medical/surgical conditions, administers treatments under physician orders or in conformity with usual practice, advises and counsels patients or their legal guardian of patient problems. This privilege does not include the practice of obtaining informed consent. Demonstrates knowledge of the psychosocial needs, clinical assessment implications, and/or consequences of technology.

*Education*

Masters in Medical Science Required

*Additional Education Requirements*

Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing Masters program or Masters of Medical Science Physician Assistant Studies. Evidence of continuing education. Current unrestricted Tennessee licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse and RN or Physician’s Assistant. Must hold a national Certification in a Nursing Specialty Area.

*Additional Certification Details*

BLS Healthcare Provider required. Prescriptive Authority (DEA Number), proficient in clinical skills of assessment of critically ill patients. Skills required but not limited to: intubation, central line placement, arterial line placement and ventilator management. Abides by agreed upon protocol for patient care and possess excellent communication skills. Knowledge and understanding of computer use.

*Experience Requirements*

1 to 3 years Healthcare/Medical - Nurse: Nurse Practitioner preferred or previous experience as RN in ICU considered.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $1.00 per hour

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Gastroenterology

Work Location: In person

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