Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with the healthcare team to provide patient care appropriate to the age of the patients served, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention, and the management of acute and chronic diseases. The role requires a high level of autonomy and involves performing history and physicals, ordering diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, and facilitating transitions of care. Additionally, the position includes mentoring nursing staff, supporting research and evidence-based practice, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives.