Advanced Practice Provider - Orthopedics, Physician Extender
About The Position
The Advanced Practice Provider provides comprehensive advanced-level care to children and their families in the Orthopedics Program. Care may be delivered in inpatient and/or ambulatory settings within a collaborative practice model and under the supervision of a supervising or collaborating physician, within the scope of practice established by state statute and Children’s bylaws. The role includes clinical assessment and management, communication, collaboration, coordination, education, program development, research, quality improvement, professional development, and participation in health care systems. The position is based at 5445 Meridian Mark Rd and has a day schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree in medical science.
- Georgia Registered Nurse licensure (single state or multistate through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) and Georgia APRN licensure, or Georgia Physician Assistant licensure.
- Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by ANCC, AANP, or PNCB, or certification by NCCPA; Family Nurse Practitioner certification may be acceptable with CNO approval.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire.
- Proficient knowledge of Georgia scope of practice for Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants, Joint Commission regulatory requirements, and the credentialing process for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
- Excellent written, spoken, and presentation communication skills, as well as organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated personal and professional integrity, collaborative and respectful behavior, flexibility, and willingness to change.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of experience in pediatric healthcare preferred.
- Doctorate in Nursing Practice or master’s or doctorate degree in Medical Science.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 60 days of hire for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants working in Emergency Medicine, Urgent Care, Anesthesia, Hematology/Oncology, or Critical Care; Neonatology providers may provide Neonatal Resuscitation Program certification in lieu of PALS.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive patient care management for children of all ages in inpatient and/or ambulatory settings within a collaborative practice model and under physician supervision.
- Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations and identify normal and abnormal physical, cognitive, and psychosocial findings.
- Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develop pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
- Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, health care professionals, and students.
- Facilitate referrals to other medical providers, medical facilities, and health or social service agencies as needed.
- Collaborate with or consult physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
- Participate in professional organizations and maintain ongoing professional development, competence, and credentials.
- Continuously evaluate advanced practice skills to support competent clinical care and self-development.
- Assist in developing education for the department or practice.
- Participate in continuous quality improvement based on professional practice standards.
- Participate in and comply with hospital and departmental policies.
- Support compliance with applicable National Patient Safety Goals and Joint Commission requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
