Description

Description A Registered Nurse Practitioner engaged to work on an as-needed basis for patient care delivery. Responsibilities Roles & Responsibilities: Nurse Practitioner- Stroke Center - Mount Sinai Brooklyn Develops and implements a collaborative practice agreement in the specific clinical area Assesses the health status of patients by means of comprehensive health history and physical examinations Initiates therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examinations. Interprets diagnostic findings and accordingly alters plan of care including but not limited to prescribing and altering medication regimens and blood tests according to agreed-upon collaborative practice agreement and protocols in designated area. Provides teaching and counseling in areas of health promotion and maintenance and in disease prevention in collaboration with Stroke Center Director and other Stroke Team members. Clearly and comprehensively documents findings and plan of care in patient’s medical record, including but not limited to consultations, daily progress notes, and discharge summaries. Collaborates with Stroke Center medical director, ED, and ICU providers regarding ...