What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Provider - Pediatric Allergy/Immunology APP - PRN position at VCU Health?
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The Advanced Practice Provider PRN provides medical and/or surgical care and treatment to a specific patient population under the supervision of physician(s).
The Advanced Practice Provider PRN provides diagnostic, therapeutic and/or preventive healthcare service, as delegated by a physician. The Advanced Practice Provider PRN may perform any or all of the following: histories and physicals; order and interpret tests; make preliminary diagnosis; treat injuries/illness; assist with surgical procedures; counsel patient and/or prescribe medication and those invasive procedures defined by the Virginia Board of Medicine.
The Advanced Practice Provider PRN works collaboratively with the medical team to deliver organized, timely, cost effective and quality patient care. This position may supervise support staff.
The Advanced Practice Provider will provide patient care under defined departmental and state approved scope of practice and under the supervision of an attending physician(s). The level of supervision will be commensurate with the complexity of the patient’s condition and as approved by the Board of Medicine. These protocols are acknowledged by the Advanced Practice Provider and all of the supervising physicians.
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire
Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Successful completion of national certification exam
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment
Current Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant
Current national certification as appropriate for role
Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job title
Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications where needed
Experience REQUIRED
Previous clinical experience with the population served
Experience PREFERRED
Three (3) years of previous clinical experience with the population served
Previous experience in an academic healthcare system
Education/training REQUIRED
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant Program
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent Action(s) Required
Clinical decision making in collaboration with physicians and daily prioritization of activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if Applicable)
May supervise and/or coordinate the activities of other medical and support staff as it relates to patient care.
Additional Position Requirements
Based on area of assignment, may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays and required to take call.
Work schedules are subject to change based on patient and service needs.
Age Specific Groups Served
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
The Advanced Practice Provider PRN provides medical and/or surgical care and treatment to a specific patient population under the supervision of physician(s).
The Advanced Practice Provider PRN provides diagnostic, therapeutic and/or preventive healthcare service, as delegated by a physician. The Advanced Practice Provider PRN may perform any or all of the following: histories and physicals; order and interpret tests; make preliminary diagnosis; treat injuries/illness; assist with surgical procedures; counsel patient and/or prescribe medication and those invasive procedures defined by the Virginia Board of Medicine.
The Advanced Practice Provider PRN works collaboratively with the medical team to deliver organized, timely, cost effective and quality patient care. This position may supervise support staff.
The Advanced Practice Provider will provide patient care under defined departmental and state approved scope of practice and under the supervision of an attending physician(s). The level of supervision will be commensurate with the complexity of the patient’s condition and as approved by the Board of Medicine. These protocols are acknowledged by the Advanced Practice Provider and all of the supervising physicians.
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire
Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Successful completion of national certification exam
Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment
Current Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant
Current national certification as appropriate for role
Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job title
Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications where needed
Experience REQUIRED
Previous clinical experience with the population served
Experience PREFERRED
Three (3) years of previous clinical experience with the population served
Previous experience in an academic healthcare system
Education/training REQUIRED
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant Program
Education/training PREFERRED: N/A
Independent Action(s) Required
Clinical decision making in collaboration with physicians and daily prioritization of activities.
Supervisory Responsibilities (if Applicable)
May supervise and/or coordinate the activities of other medical and support staff as it relates to patient care.
Additional Position Requirements
Based on area of assignment, may be required to work evenings, nights, weekends and holidays and required to take call.
Work schedules are subject to change based on patient and service needs.
Age Specific Groups Served
As appropriate based on unit assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs. Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
