ADV PRAC PROVIDER- PA | CRONIC DISEASE MGMT
United Regional•Wichita Falls, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
This role involves providing comprehensive acute and chronic patient care within an inpatient setting. The Advanced Practice Provider will assess patient health status, determine diagnostic and therapeutic needs, and document patient information accurately. They will also educate patients and families to support continuity of care and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, acting as a liaison between providers, the hospital, and the community.
Requirements
- Current Texas Nurse Practitioner License or Physician Assistant (PA)
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Meets Texas Board requirements for Advanced Practice Nurses or Physician Assistant
- Current prescriptive authority (DEA/DPS as applicable)
- National certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant
- Completion of hospital orientation requirements
Nice To Haves
- Clinical experience preferred
- ACLS/PALS preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examination, and review of diagnostic data to guide clinical decision-making
- Develop, implement, and adjust individualized, evidence-based care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and supervising physician as required
- Provide patient and family education to improve understanding of disease processes, treatment plans, and expected outcomes
- Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (e.g., EPIC), ensuring compliance with regulatory and organizational standards
- Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, case management, social work, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care
- Perform palliative care consultations for patients with life-limiting illnesses
- Lead and support goals-of-care discussions, including advance care planning and code status clarification
- Assess and manage complex symptom burden
- Deliver compassionate, comfort-focused care for patients designated as comfort care, ensuring symptom relief, dignity, and alignment with established goals of care
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
- Coordinate care with hospice and community palliative resources
- Manage inpatient diabetes care, including glycemic control and insulin titration
- Utilize clinical tools (e.g., EndoTool) to support insulin management
- Collaborate with nursing on insulin and glucose monitoring practices
- Address barriers to glycemic control
- Coordinate discharge planning and outpatient referrals
- Facilitate transitions of care and communicate with outpatient providers
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning
- Identify high-risk patients and implement interventions
- Provide staff education and support when needed
- Participate in program development and workflow improvement
- Serve as a clinical resource and mentor
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and monitor key metrics
- Maintain licensure and certifications
- Adhere to scope of practice and agreements
- Uphold confidentiality and professional standards
- Performs all other tasks/responsibilities as necessary
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
