Cape Cod Healthcare Inc. Plymouth , MA 02361
Posted 2 months ago
Performs physical exams, collects and documents data, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, makes and confirms diagnoses, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications and provides direct patient care services under the general supervision of the supervising physician.
Perform therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient clinical status to include performance of procedures to include central lines, arterial lines, temporary hemodialysis catheters, paracentesis, thoracentesis, pigtails catheters, intubation, cardioversion, and lumbar puncture.
Explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient family, staff, and healthcare learners.
Participate in and lead multidisciplinary rounds.
Provide first contact for critical care consultations in select cases outside of the ICU service.
Assess patient for change in status and institute appropriate interventions, compatible with their training, and initiate necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient.
Formulate and implement treatment plan for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated primary supervising physician and/or attending back-up physician(s)
Document in medical records and appropriate narrative summaries. Bill as a practitioner when appropriate as per ICU service guideline.
Provide family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the hanging health care needs of their family member. Assess family adaptation, coping.
Other duties as assigned.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital's commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
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Newyork-Presbyterian
Posted 2 days ago
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