Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - UNC OB-GYN at Panther Creek

UNC Health • Cary, NC

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About The Position

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. A Nurse Practitioner functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective care to patients within the APPs scope of practice in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the mission, vision, and values of the organization, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
• Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in the state of North Carolina.
• Board certification if required by the Department.
• DEA certification.
• Demonstrated clinical competency.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Obtains relevant health and medical history, performs thorough physical assessment, reviews and interprets pertinent diagnostic tests/results.
• Develops appropriate differential diagnoses and implements treatment plans including prescribing/ordering of appropriate evidence-based pharmacological agents.
• Conducts preventive health screening based on age, history and patient needs.
• Maintains clear comprehensive yet concise records of all aspects of patient care.
• Maintains essential knowledge of general disease and pathologic processes.
• Leads/participates in projects to improve productivity.
• Educates clients and/or families regarding medical condition, treatment, and follow-up.
• Collaborates with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient/family centered care.
• Provides instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing, ancillaries and/or students.
• Participates in community/network outreach programs.
• Engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement.
• Consults with management in assessment, problem-solving, decision-making, and evaluating clinical/system issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree