Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN) provide comprehensive health care services to a defined patient population under the supervision of a Physician.  Obtaining a comprehensive health history; performs physical examination; formulates a plan of care and treatment; prescribes/performs diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and procedures; and participates in patient and family education.  Each APRN demonstrates professional leadership and actively participates in quality/outcomes improvement activities, and organizational development.



Previous Experience:

1.  Previous experience in clinical specialty area nursing in hospital setting preferred.

2.  Must possess good interpersonal, communication and organization skills.



Licensure, Certification, Registration, etc.:

1.  Current Valid Louisiana State Board of Nursing Advanced Practice License required.