Advanced Practice Provider -Pediatric Medicine (67705)

VARIETY CARE INC•Norman, OK

About The Position

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) cares and addresses health care issues to patients of pediatric age. Provides pediatric health care to the patients of Variety Care, following the standards of the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) and at the direction of the Medical Director and/or Supervising Physician.

Requirements

Nurse Practioner
Recognition as a Nurse Practitioner by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Registration and Nursing Education; certification by the appropriate national Certified Nurse Practitioner organization; and three (3) years experience as a licensed professional RN.
Possesses knowledge of the theory and practice of the pediatrics nursing specialty; of medical diagnostic techniques, methods and procedures; of community health programs and resources; and of supervisory principals and techniques utilized at Variety Care.
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively and tactfully with the public and co-workers.
Exercises good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions, and in expressing ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
Possesses skill in maintaining medical records.
Posseses a desire to serve patients and be self-motivated. Must have a good bedside manner and the ability to make decisions in emergencies.
Ability to work in a multi-facet, fast-paced environment.
Physician Assistant
Completed a Physician Assistant accredited educational program.
Recognition as a Physician Assistant by the Oklahoma Medical Board; certification by the appropriate national Certified Practitioner organization or be eligible to obtain a license immediately to practice in Oklahoma.
Demonstrates the ability to work effectively and tactfully with the public and co-workers.
Exercises good judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions, and in expressing ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
Possesses skill in maintaining medical records.
Posseses a desire to serve patients and be self-motivated. Must have a good bedside manner and the ability to make decisions in emergencies.
Ability to work in a multi-faceted, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of prior work experience a plus, but other experience and new graduates considered.
Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Responsibilities

Provides quality, comprehensive, accessible and cost-effective patient care through clinical expertise, role modeling, mentoring, consultation, interdisciplinary collaboration.
Performs clinical decision-making that is professional and based on evidence-based practice.
Promotes practice excellence and shares technical assistance through helping relationships among clinical staff and across other disciplines - nurses, support staff and administrative staff.
Follows protocols which provide medical authority when such are indicated in providing care.
Performs physical examinations, screenings and assessments of patients.
Selects orders and/or performs tests and procedures to augment physical findings.
Utilizes appropriate laboratory tests using prescribed methods and techniques; determines normal and abnormal test results; and develops a health care plan based upon analyzed data.
Defines/documents differential diagnoses, with most likely diagnoses included.
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as deemed necessary and appropriate for a plan of care, in collaboration with supervising physician.
Interprets data and diagnostic results for appropriate course of action including, but not limited to, radiology reports, EKGs, pathology findings, etc. in collaboration with supervising physician.
Secures health histories from patients and notates findings and treatment course in patient electronic health chart, including follow-up notes.
Under direct and indirect supervision of a physician, diagnoses and implements a comprehensive medical care plan based upon the patient’s health needs.
Provides continuity to an individualized health care program for patients by referring to or collaborating with Variety Care physicians and other members of the health care team.
Provides instruction and counseling to individuals, families and/or groups and respects the patient’s personal desires in support of a caring environment, focused on patient’s desired outcomes, healing and preventive care.
Identifies health care needs within the community and makes recommendations on comprehensive health care for patients.
Completes, and may assist in planning and providing, in-service training as needed.
Follows HIPAA guidelines and Variety Care policy and procedures as it relates to privacy.
Provides Telehealth services from remote locations connected to a reliable internet resource, including a provider’s home when necessary.
Supports Variety Care’s accreditation as a Patient Centered Medical Home and our commitment to provide care to all patients that is Safe, Effective, Patient Centered, Timely, Efficient, and Equitable. Provides leadership and works with all staff to achieve the goals of the “Triple Aim” of healthcare reform—to improve the experience of care, improve health outcomes, and decrease healthcare costs.
Embodies the strength of personal character. Places value on being an open and honest communicator who displays high moral and ethical conduct, integrity, adaptability, and sound judgment. Must be a leader in the department and community. Result-oriented problem solver who is responsible and accountable.
Performs other duties as assigned.