RN-NURSE PRACTITIONER-Urology - Northeast Alabama Regional Medical Center

• Under the supervision of clinic physicians, the urology nurse practitioner (NP) in line with regulated procedures imposed, carries out physical examinations, and provides treatment for generally episodic and chronic patients and their families. A urology nurse practitioner focuses exclusively in offering first rate care to urology patients in diverse settings. The NP cares for men and women with urology ailments attending to patients in routine follow-up visits or as part of a preventive program. The NP is expected to take part in diagnosing of ailments and diseases as well as providing medical and dietary suggestions. The NP may perform various duties and at an advanced stage; may organize research and play a leadership role in educating patients and prevention methods; provide treatment and enlighten patients, while also keeping accounts and details of medical histories and carrying out diagnostics. They collaborate with patients and their families to educate them on managing urological disease, dietary and other means of minimizing risk of urology problems.
  Examine pathophysiology for diverse urological disease operations • Establish diagnosis of urology ailments and formulate a plan of treatment, as well as assess the patient’s response to therapy • Make use of evidence-based medicine procedures by utilizing quality and cost effective care • Enlighten patients and their families with regards to the urology procedures, which include primary and secondary prevention while being mindful of the patient’s emotional, cultural and physical requirements.
  Generate sufficient organization skills to organize patients case load.
  Carry out independent resolutions in which NP is responsible.
  
  Graduate of a Registered Nurse school and Nurse Practitioner program.
  Prefer one year experience in occupational medicine, emergency medicine, or family practice.
  Current, valid MSL/ Alabama RN License and certificate to practice as a Nurse Practitioner as issued by the Alabama Board of Nursing. BLS required.

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