Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (32/hrs/wk) Psychiatry Behavioral Med

Job Description - Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner (32/hrs/wk) Psychiatry Behavioral Med (240002FE)DescriptionThe Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who practices within their scope of practice as appropriate in their jurisdictional area and in accordance with their organizational Medical Staff Bylaws. The provider is responsible for the management of care to patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides leadership and consultation with their respective clinical area through participation in division/department initiatives and mentorship of others.All advanced nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of APRN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well-being of the community at large.QualificationsMinimum EducationMaster’s or Doctoral degree as Advanced Practice Nurse from an accredited University and eligibility for medical staff credentialing (Required)Minimum Work ExperienceMinimum of 0 years of experience as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Required)Required Skills/KnowledgeStrong knowledge of clinical specialty and services.Demonstrates clinical leadership skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Required Licenses and CertificationsAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state(s) of clinical practice (Required) AndCDS and DEA in state(s) of clinical practice. BLS certified. (Required)Functional AccountabilitiesClinicalAssess, diagnose, monitor and promote clinical status of each patient utilizing evidence-based practice and medical knowledge.Develops appropriate plan of care.Writes patient care orders, prescribes therapy, and provides necessary home care orders as needed.Identifies significant changes in patient status using physical exam, lab values, diagnostic tests, and patient/family input.Differentiates between normal and abnormal findings.Performs procedures as needed after obtaining appropriate credentialing.Participates in and leads multidisciplinary patient care and planning conferences.Is a clinical resource for patient, parents and the interdisciplinary team.Communicates and escalates clinical/administrative issues as appropriate.Collaborates with nursing, medicine, and other members of the healthcare team to regularly ensure quality patient care.AdministrativeServes as a clinical preceptor to APRN or PA students.Acts as a clinical resource for staff in patient care issues.Provides formal/informal educational presentations to staff on areas of expertise.Participates in quality improvement work for the department.Organizational AccountabilitiesAnticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met.Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.Partner with all team members to achieve goals.Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.SafetySpeak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication.Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers.Primary Location : District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations : CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010Job : Advanced Practice ClinicianOrganization : Ctr Neuroscience & Behav MedPosition Status : R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeJob Posting : Aug 29, 2024, 9:40:46 PMFull-Time Salary Range : 105684.8 - 176155.2Childrens National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.

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