APP I, Endocrinology
About The Position
The APP I in Endocrinology provides direct, high-quality, patient-centered care for patients with routine to moderately complex conditions. The role uses specialized clinical knowledge to interpret data and determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. The APP I works under minimal supervision, exercises independent judgment on moderately complex issues, and contributes to organizational goals. The position involves collaboration with senior professionals and a multidisciplinary care team, ongoing clinical learning, participation in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives, and maintenance of accurate electronic medical records. The APP follows department-specific clinical guidelines, schedules, call schedules, volume expectations, equipment-use requirements, regulatory standards, and organizational policies. The position is full-time on the day shift in the Endocrinology Specialty department at 222 Medical Circle, Morehead, Kentucky.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a Nurse Practitioner Program, Physician Assistant Program, or other specialized clinical advanced education, such as Midwifery or Anesthesia.
- Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision and use independent judgment in daily practice.
- Current, unrestricted specialty license or certifications as applicable to the job.
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure in Kentucky (Ohio, if applicable).
- National Board Certification in the relevant specialty, if applicable.
- BLS, PALS, and ACLS certifications, if applicable.
- All experience must be paid and in the same related field; part-time and PRN experience is prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit do not count.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive clinical care for patients with routine to moderately complex needs and determine appropriate interventions based on clinical data.
- Exercise independent judgment regarding patient care and moderately complex issues; modify care approaches and processes with management approval as needed.
- Pursue educational advancement and continuous learning to maintain clinical competencies, board certification, and licensure.
- Collaborate with senior professionals to develop clinical methods, techniques, and analytical approaches; anticipate clinical scenarios and discuss potential solutions with management.
- Identify opportunities for process and quality improvement, including development of new clinical services for the discipline.
- Follow department-specific clinical guidelines, schedules, call schedules, volume expectations, and equipment-utilization requirements.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer review, and patient safety protocols; comply with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough electronic medical records that meet billing, coding, and legal requirements.
- Work with a multidisciplinary care team and communicate diagnoses and treatment plans clearly and empathetically to patients and families.
- Participate in departmental meetings and contribute to clinical practice improvements.
- Uphold organizational values, support an inclusive and safe environment, participate in system-wide initiatives, and help integrate new clinical workflows.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
