Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Pulmonary

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) contributes to the organization’s clinical, educational, and research missions. This is a full-time ambulatory role at the National Jewish Health Main Campus, serving adults in Pulmonology, with a clinical focus on general pulmonary care, COPD, Alpha 1, and non-CF bronchiectasis. The scope of practice includes evaluation and management of new and existing patients. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Care may include regular health assessments, diagnosis and management of acute and chronic conditions, and plans addressing treatment, psychosocial support, health education, and counseling. The APP collaborates with other health professionals to assess and manage health problems, maintain continuity of care, coordinate community services, and contribute to the development and evaluation of the healthcare delivery system. The APP provides quality patient and family care; performs and documents histories and physical exams; reviews medical records and test results; communicates with referring providers; and develops, implements, and updates plans of care. The role also supports education and research through activities such as research or quality-improvement projects, presentations, precepting, and professional organizations. The APP maintains required credentials and complies with applicable organizational policies, laws, and regulations. Travel between National Jewish Health practice sites may be needed.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
Colorado PA license or APRN license and prescriptive authority.
DEA registration.
PA or NP certification by a national certifying body.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
ACLS or PALS certification if applicable to the specific practice area.
Maintain current credentials and comply with applicable advanced-practice regulations.

Nice To Haves

One year of recent and related experience as an Advanced Practice Provider is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care for patients and families, managing acute and chronic conditions and health maintenance and promotion.
Perform and document patient histories and physical examinations; gather information from medical records, review outside records, communicate with referring providers, and develop and implement plans of care.
Monitor and document patient progress, revise plans of care as needed, and interpret and monitor test results.
Identify problems requiring specialty referral or escalation to a higher level of care and intervene appropriately.
Collaborate with health professionals to assess and manage health problems, maintain continuity of care, and coordinate community services.
Serve as a consultant and present educational programs to community groups, organizations, or individuals upon request.
Contribute to the organization’s education and research mission through research or quality-improvement projects, presentations, professional organizations, precepting, and other scholarly activities.
Model and encourage professional behavior with patients, families, significant others, and multidisciplinary team members.
Represent advanced practice, the Department, or the Division on appropriate organizational committees.
Maintain current licensure, board certification, and appropriate BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification; stay current with regulatory changes and comply with applicable policies, laws, and regulations.
Travel between National Jewish Health sites of practice as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple Cigna health plans.
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts available with some plans.
Paid time off for vacation and sick days, plus six paid holidays.
Dental and vision plans.
403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness incentives of up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance through a Childcare Flexible Spending Account with an annual employer contribution.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness-eligible employer.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance plans, with optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary coverage options, including Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Plan.
Discounts on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.