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Established in 1907 as Lawton’s first civilian hospital, Southwestern Medical Center has been an integral part of the lives of those living in Southwest Oklahoma. Our 199-bed hospital offers a full range of inpatient, outpatient, and emergency medicine services, including inpatient behavioral health services. Southwestern Medical Center is proud to be the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center in our region and the first rehabilitation facility to receive a three-year accreditation from CARF. Our team members are committed to following stringent patient safety and quality standards, making us a trusted source of high-quality care. Learn more about Southwestern Medical Center at our hospital website.

Advanced Practice Provider

Lawton, Oklahoma
Facility Southwestern Physician Practice Services
Req ID 519615 Post Date 08/30/2024
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Description

As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care. Responsibilities include:
• Using medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plan.
• Collaborates with medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Procedural skills per department or practice guidelines.
• Opportunity to participate in basic science and clinical research projects.
• Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners.
• Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.


Qualifications

Minimum Education
X Master's degree X Required
Minimum Education
X Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program X Required
OR Physician's Assistant Program 
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:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Skills
Licenses:
Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse/Advanced Practice with the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing
Licensed as a Physician Assistant with the state board. 
The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.


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