POSITION SUMMARY
An inpatient medicine-based practice in which the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant completes comprehensive history and physical exam, and provides diagnostic and therapeutic care to adult inpatients with a variety of illnesses. Responsible for spectrum of patient transitional care (admitting, transferring, discharging). Provides patient-centered care within a collegial, multi-disciplinary team-based practice. The APP will practice in autonomous collaboration with a Hospital Medicine physician. Will report to the Hospitalist Medical Director.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE
A board certified or board eligible Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of 2 years of experience in direct patient care required as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
INDEPENDENT ACTION:
Acts independently within the customary scope of nursing or physician assistant practice and performs medical functions within a designated scope of practice.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Acts independently within the customary scope of nursing or physician assistant practice and performs medical functions within a designated scope of practice.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide patient-centered, standard of care to patients requiring admission, subsequent care, and discharge from the Hospital Medicine service.
- Practice independently to the limit of medical licensure, within the Elizabeth Community Hospital bylaws, with support and collaboration of a designated Hospital Medicine physician.
- Initiate, review and interpret diagnostic testing, implement appropriate treatment plans, conduct clinical follow-ups, collaborate with ED and specialty consultants, and manage effective transitions out of the hospital in collaboration with nursing facilities and outpatient providers.
- ACLS certification is a requirement of the position.
- Attend monthly staff meetings either in person or remotely.
PHYSICIAN COLLABORATION
- Every shift a collaborating physician will be clearly designated.
- Inpatient admissions and discharges to be done in collaboration with a physician.
- For admissions, the APP is expected to complete admission orders and H&P, staff patient encounters with collaborating physician, and incorporate that input into the orders and notes.
- The physician is responsible for attesting to and cosigning the H&P and Discharge Summaries.
DUTIES:
- See patients on a scheduled basis as established by the practice. Assess the patient’s health status which will include history taking and a physical examination addressing the chief complaint.
- Order appropriate tests and procedures as indicated by the diagnosis.
- Review laboratory and other diagnostic procedure data and assess the patient’s medical needs according to established protocols.
- Establish a plan of care related to the patient’s identified problem including medication and diet. Recommend appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Arrange physician referrals when appropriate, coordinating care with appropriate support agencies.
- Chart patient information in the medical record in a timely, accurate manner in accordance with office policies, including patient appointments, telephone calls, and prescription refills.
- Identify patients with extremely complex health problems and consult appropriately with collaborative physicians regarding proposed treatment.
- Counsel and teach patients on various health care matters such as self-care appropriate to the patient’s medical problem, preventive interventions, and wellness programs.
- Actively involved in creating educational materials and promoting educational programs appropriate for the patient population.
- Develop professional relationships and support all staff to enhance patient care and efficient clinical operations, acting as a role model for nursing support staff. Abide by the policies and procedures of the practice and of Elizabeth Community Hospital.
- Observe confidentiality policies established by the practice and develop a relationship with patients displaying professionalism, sensitivity, empathy, and respect.
- Perform the job in a safe manner as defined in applicable Elizabeth Community Hospital policies specific to the job including but not limited to policies addressing: Universal precautions, Use of PPE, Safe lifting/ergonomics, Handling of hazardous materials.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Hours: 8AM-5PM
Weekend availability: Other
Salary: $62.13 - $83.56
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