What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) position at Aptive?
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) will provide emergency medical care under physician supervision, managing patient cases in the ED. The APP will work collaboratively with emergency physicians to ensure timely and effective patient care.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform patient evaluations, physical exams, and order diagnostic tests as necessary.
- Diagnose and manage acute illnesses and injuries, including wound care, respiratory conditions, gastrointestinal issues, and minor procedures.
- Assist in emergency resuscitation and stabilization efforts.
- Administer medications and treatments as per VA guidelines.
- Educate patients on post-discharge care and follow-up.
- Maintain compliance with documentation and patient care standards.
- Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement programs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with emergency medicine experience.
- PA candidates must have a valid license in the same state as the supervising physician.
- Minimum of five years of recent emergency department experience (for APPs without an emergency medicine certification).
- BLS and ACLS certification.
- Strong clinical decision-making and teamwork skills.
Desired Qualifications
- Full-time coverage, including weekdays and weekends.
- Daytime and evening shifts available (e.g., 9 AM - 7 PM, 4 PM - 2 AM).
- APPs work alongside emergency physicians to support patient care delivery.
About Aptive
Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.
Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.
EEO Statement
Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.
