Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology Ambulatory Clinics - PRN

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology Ambulatory Clinics - PRN

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Position Description

Advanced Practice Provider - UAB Cardiology Ambulatory Clinics

Position Description

Advanced Practice Provider - UAB Cardiology Ambulatory Clinics

The following APPs may be considered for this role:
Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Primary Nurse Practitioner, Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant

Preferred experience:

1 year of experience as an APP in Cardiology is strongly preferred.

Work schedule:

PRN/Irregular

This PRN position will include both in person and telemedicine clinic visits for patients with cardiac conditions ranging from coronary disease to structural or valvular abnormalities. There may be opportunities to work in the Satellite clinics at The Kirklin Clinic, Acton Road, Gardendale and UAB Highlands. This position will require a strong candidate who is able to negotiate fast-paced clinics with multiple providers.

Position Summary

To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to acute care services and emergency medicine patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code). The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record.

To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient’s medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement.

To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.

Key

Duties & Responsibilities

• Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements

comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and

family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.

• Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.
• Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC).

May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.

• May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison

between the patient and other health care providers.

• Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides

educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate

materials for patients and staff.

• Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.
• Provides a safe environment for patients and others.
• Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements



Minimum Requirements :

Master's degree in Nursing with a Family NP, Adult Primary NP, or Adult Acute Care NP certification or graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Preferred…