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Nurse Practitioner job in Vicksburg, Mississippi

Nurse Practitioner Job in Vicksburg, Mississippi

Nurse Practitioner

Job Specialty: Nurse Practitioner
Job Type: Permanent
Job Location: Vicksburg, Mississippi
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Job Description

Nurse Practitioner Inpatient Facility Sign On Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available! Provider of comprehensive medical services, improving and delivering quality compassionate healthcare in order to meet the needs of the communities we serve. Responsibilities: Examines and treats patients independently and in autonomous collaboration with other health care professionals. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Assesses individual and/or family health status through appropriate health histories, physical examinations, interviews and diagnostic studies. Diagnoses common acute illness or injuries and manages stable chronic illness in collaboration with physicians and within established protocols. Collaborates with appropriate personnel for implementation of program and the facility's goals and objectives, policies and procedures. Ensures proper illness and injury care and disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. May lead and direct the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Healthcare positions in Mississippi - Rich in Southern culture and heritage Mississippi is filled with Southern culture and heritage richer than the soil of the Mississippi Delta. Beautiful state museums, historical homes, Civil War sites and landmarks are all only a short drive in any direction. Jackson, the largest city in Mississippi, is the state capital offering a great mix of old and new history, business and government. From Tunica, the third-largest gaming destination in the U.S., to Biloxi along the Gulf of Mexico, you can enjoy non-stop gaming casinos. The proud people of Mississippi are working hard to rebuild their region damaged by Hurricane Katrina. (Login for information) (Login for information) (Login for information) New Grads Welcome! Benefits for this job: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Enhanced 401K Plan Continuing Education Assistance Professional Dues and Licensure Allowance Generous Vacation/PTO Paid Travel Requirements for this job: Current Nurse Practitioner's license within the state of practice Graduate from a program for Nurse Practitioner Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Current RN license within the state of practice Requires a master's degree in area of specialty National board certification as a nurse practitioner in an area of specialty 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area, and is licensed as a nurse practitioner. Medical Connections, a national leader in healthcare/medical recruitment and staffing, has a vast inventory of opportunities available nationwide including temporary, permanent, temp-to-perm and travel positions. We tailor our search to your needs, guiding and coaching you, and negotiating on your behalf. Drawing on our access to thousands of openings nationwide, we strive to make a match that is mutually beneficial to you, the candidate, and to the employer, our client, to assure a long-term fit with growth potential for both. Browsing and finding a job with Medical Connections is fast and easy. Just: 1. Visit (Login for information) 2. Search thousands of updated jobs by category, assignment type and/or location 3. Upload your resume and contact information; and 4. Embark on a new and exciting opportunity! 5. (Or, call us (Login for information) to get started right away.) Contact Luke Jansen at (Login for information) and email your resume in confidence to (Login for information) or fax it to (Login for information) to help expedite your job search!!