In collaboration with supervising physicians, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) directly manages the care of complex acutely ill patients through face-to-face, telehealth, or other communication devices. The APP provides expert patient care, including assessments, histories and physicals, and thorough medical histories. The APP may order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests; develop medical diagnoses and treatment plans; prescribe medical regimens; and educate patients and families about diagnoses and plans of care. Approved procedures may be performed and medications ordered as indicated in the Delineation of Privileges. The APP works with physicians, staff, administration, patients, and families to support quality care across the health system. As a clinical team leader, the APP intervenes in and manages deteriorating patients and integrates evidence-based practice and technological advances into the scope of practice. The APP may participate in research initiatives, data collection, quality improvement, discharge planning, and coordination of patient care. The role also supports patient throughput, optimal patient outcomes and length of stay, and improved patient satisfaction.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level