The University of Kansas Health System
PRN APP Emergency Medicine
The University of Kansas Health System, Kansas City, Kansas, United States, 66115
Position Title
PRN APP Emergency Medicine
Bell Hospital
Position Summary / Career Interest:The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Emergency Department (ED) manages health problems and coordinates health care in the ED setting. These APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals, families and groups by utilizing standards of care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations to assess health status, diagnose medical conditions, develop medical plan of care, implement treatments and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with collaborative/sponsoring physician as described in a Collaborative Practice Agreement.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Able to evaluate medical problems of patients who present to the ED and appropriately requests consultation of other specialties when indicated.Provides education to patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plansDocuments all medical evaluation, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with NCQA, The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards and evidenced-based standards of care.Maintains documentation compliance for appropriate coding and billing.Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers and quality standards according to protocols and receives and implements constructive directives.May refer complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to complicated diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions.Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to the client's needs; prescribes and monitors medications appropriate to the diagnosis; orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions.Maintains collegiality with all members of the inter-disciplinary teamUtilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with ED Program Director, APP Director and Medical Director of any clinical issue and contributes to quality improvement or process improvement as necessary.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
Master Degree Nursing in Nurse Practitioner Studies ORDoctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Practitioner Studies ORMaster's Degree in Physician Assistant OR
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous APRN or PA experience
Required Licensure and Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 DaysAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations) ORLicensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations) ORSpecific certification may be required depending on specialty
Preferred Licensure and Certification
Specialty certification
Time Type:Part time
Job Requisition ID:R-28810
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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PRN APP Emergency Medicine
Bell Hospital
Position Summary / Career Interest:The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Emergency Department (ED) manages health problems and coordinates health care in the ED setting. These APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals, families and groups by utilizing standards of care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations to assess health status, diagnose medical conditions, develop medical plan of care, implement treatments and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with collaborative/sponsoring physician as described in a Collaborative Practice Agreement.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Able to evaluate medical problems of patients who present to the ED and appropriately requests consultation of other specialties when indicated.Provides education to patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications.Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plansDocuments all medical evaluation, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with NCQA, The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards and evidenced-based standards of care.Maintains documentation compliance for appropriate coding and billing.Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers and quality standards according to protocols and receives and implements constructive directives.May refer complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to complicated diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions.Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to the client's needs; prescribes and monitors medications appropriate to the diagnosis; orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions.Maintains collegiality with all members of the inter-disciplinary teamUtilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with ED Program Director, APP Director and Medical Director of any clinical issue and contributes to quality improvement or process improvement as necessary.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
Master Degree Nursing in Nurse Practitioner Studies ORDoctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Practitioner Studies ORMaster's Degree in Physician Assistant OR
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous APRN or PA experience
Required Licensure and Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 DaysAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations) ORLicensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations) ORSpecific certification may be required depending on specialty
Preferred Licensure and Certification
Specialty certification
Time Type:Part time
Job Requisition ID:R-28810
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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