Advanced Practice Provider - General Surgery

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for its General Surgery team. The role provides comprehensive advanced-practice care to children and their families through assessment, communication, clinical management, collaboration, coordination, education, program development, research, self-evaluation, professional development, and participation in health care systems. The position provides cross-campus coverage at Arthur M. Blank and Scottish Rite Hospitals; hours vary by location.

The provider delivers patient care within a collaborative practice model and under the supervision of a supervising or collaborating physician, within state statutes and Children’s bylaws. Care may be provided in inpatient and/or ambulatory settings. The position also supports professional development and quality and evidence-based practice.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in nursing or bachelor’s degree in medical science.
• For nurse practitioners: Registered Nurse licensure in Georgia (single-state or multistate through the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure in Georgia; or, for physician assistants, licensure in Georgia.
• Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse through ANCC, AANP, or PNCB, or certification as a Physician Assistant through 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 these practitioners.
• 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 a master’s or doctorate degree in Medical Science.

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 and consult with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
• Participate in professional organizations and maintain professional competence, credentials, and ongoing professional development.
• Conduct ongoing self-evaluation of advanced practice skills to support competent clinical care and continued 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level