What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at LifePoint Hospitals?
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health - Martinsville, is a full service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.
Where We Are:
In Martinsville, explore culture and arts, enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun filled time!
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional development and Growth opportunities
- And much more…
Position Summary:
Sovah Health in Martinsville, VA, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our MPP full time. The NP will Provide primary or acute healthcare services for certain acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Minimum Education
Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Program required
Required Skills
Requires 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.
Required Skills
Certifications:
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required
Required Skills
Licenses:
Licenses:
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Virginia and licensed by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Nurse Practitioner required
Current national certification by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, the American Nurses' Credentialing Center or other credentialing center recognized by the board (See Regulations governing the Licensure of Nurse Practitioners published by the Virginia Board of Nursing/Virginia Board of Medicine) required
Current Authorization to Prescribe by the State of Virginia required
Current Controlled Substance Registration required
EEOC Statement:
SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.