Advance Practice Provider (NP/PA): Hospital Care Specialty (Part-Time, Nights) II

Cleveland Clinic • Avon, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings, collaborating with the healthcare team in accordance with certification and licensure. The practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The provider also disseminates knowledge by instructing, leading, and developing educational programs.

This is a part-time night position at Avon Hospital in the Surgical NP/PA department, with a stated schedule of 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Requirements

• Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant Program.
• Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or a higher degree from a program recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
• Oral and written communication skills in English.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA or a successor organization recognized by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
• License to practice and prescribe issued by the practicing state’s Licensing Board.
• Current DEA license or DEA designee, as required by NCQA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.
• Must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing requirements.
• Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making skills; strong written and verbal communication; ability to work on a multidisciplinary team; and demonstrated competency in advanced assessment and diagnosis.
• Ability to use the electronic medical record; high standards of moral and ethical behavior; compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
• Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, ability to work independently, and ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
• Comply with the Cleveland Clinic influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
• Employment offers are followed by testing for controlled substances.

Nice To Haves

• Related clinical experience is preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics; or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) may be required depending on the work setting.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough medical histories and, where indicated, complete physical examinations; initiate appropriate laboratory, radiology, or other tests; review results; and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Perform and interpret routine laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, and other diagnostic procedures within credentialing and privileges.
• Perform routine and specialized procedures within credentialing and privileges.
• Prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by licensure, state board requirements, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
• Educate patients about diseases, treatments, and related medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
• Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to support quality patient care.
• Refer patients to specialists for consultation or specialized health resources and treatment as appropriate.
• Support continuity of care by liaising between patients and the multidisciplinary care team or specialty areas.
• Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor patient outcomes and quality of care.
• Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with inpatient regulatory standards.
• Support the professional development of the healthcare team.
• Promote the use of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
• May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
• May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time