Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PA, CNS) Palliative Medicine II

Cleveland Clinic•Akron, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Cleveland Clinic Health System is seeking a nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider (NP, PA, or CNS) for Palliative Medicine II at Akron General Medical Center in Akron. The provider delivers primary and/or specialty care in collaboration with the healthcare team and in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The role also contributes to knowledge dissemination through instruction, leadership, and development of educational programs. The position is scheduled for days, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Related clinical experience is preferred. The provider must meet the applicable education, licensure, certification, credentialing, and privileging requirements for their NP, PA, or CNS discipline.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited APRN program for APRN candidates.
For APRN candidates, an MSN is required upon hire or within three years of hire for the specified external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role; a master's degree is required upon hire for neonatal care service areas.
For PA candidates, graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant program and a master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree from a program recognized by the practicing state's Licensing Board.
NP candidates must hold a current Nurse Practitioner license and RN license in applicable states, and national NP certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
PA candidates must hold certification through the NCCPA or successor organization recognized by the practicing state's Licensing Board, and a license to practice and prescribe issued by that board.
PA candidates must hold a current DEA license or DEA designee as required by NCQA.
CNS candidates must hold a current Clinical Nurse Specialist license and RN license in applicable states, and national CNS certification from an organization recognized by the state Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association is required.
ACLS, PALS, NRP, or, for PA candidates, ATLS may be required depending on the work setting.
NP and CNS candidates must have arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing requirements.
PA candidates must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and signed addendum to that agreement.
Must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of applicable hospitals.
Must communicate orally and in writing in English.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated competency and ability to perform advanced assessment and diagnosis.
Demonstrated ability to use the electronic medical record.
High standard of moral and ethical behavior, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

Related clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Take thorough medical histories, perform complete physical examinations when indicated, initiate appropriate laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic tests, review results, and develop working diagnoses and treatment plans.
Collaborate with the healthcare team in patient care.
Perform and interpret routine laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, and other diagnostic procedures as credentialed and privileged.
Perform routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by license, state board requirements, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients and answer questions about diseases, treatments, and associated medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members to ensure quality patient care.
Refer patients to specialists for consultation or specialized health resources and treatment when appropriate.
Support continuity of care by acting as a liaison between patients, the multidisciplinary care team, and specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor patient outcomes and assure quality care.
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
Support the professional development of the healthcare team.
Promote translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
Perform other duties as assigned.