Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies. Performs health assessments, screening, and patient care.Provides direct treatment and management of conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning health conditions, treatment options and community resources.Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.Participates in orientation and education of staff and students. Ensure optimization of clinical initiatives, identify opportunities for innovation, and support other practice activitiesEnsure optimization of clinical initiatives, identify opportunities for innovation, and support other practice activities