University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Advanced Practice Provider, Cerebrovascular
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Why UT Southwestern?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care and resources for our valued patients and employees. Ranked as the #1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth for the eighth consecutive year, we invite you to continue your healthcare career with us at UT Southwestern.Department SummaryThe Advanced Practice Provider is focused on the outpatient management of cerebrovascular patients along with some general patients to the neurosurgery clinic. The ideal candidate will demonstrate leadership and offer a background in neurology and/or neurosurgery.Scheduled Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. No call or weekends.Veterans are encouraged to apply.EducationMaster's degree or higher in nursing, documentation of completion of accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.
ORGraduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.Licensure and CertificationLicensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.
ORLicensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
ANDCurrent Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.Job DutiesConduct and document comprehensive history and physical examination, with a focus on spine, musculoskeletal, and neurologic systems.Synthesize data, collaborate with supervising physician, and utilize evidence-based medicine to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient's plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/therapeutic procedures.Demonstrate proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.Provide relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.Facilitate/participate in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.Collaborate in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesAccuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care.This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code *51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
ORGraduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program.Licensure and CertificationLicensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing. Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.
ORLicensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
ANDCurrent Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified by the American Heart Association or Red Cross based on the UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.Job DutiesConduct and document comprehensive history and physical examination, with a focus on spine, musculoskeletal, and neurologic systems.Synthesize data, collaborate with supervising physician, and utilize evidence-based medicine to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient's plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/therapeutic procedures.Demonstrate proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.Provide relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.Facilitate/participate in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.Collaborate in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesAccuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care.This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code *51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr