APRN/PA - Electrophysiology

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. This posting will fill with either an APRN or PA. The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant works collaboratively with a physician and multidisciplinary health team to provide comprehensive care to outpatients. The APRN/PA is responsible for assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, education, health promotion, and care coordination for patients and families with acute and chronic health needs. As an integral part of the UAMS Cardiovascular Electrophysiology (EP) Team, the APRN or PA works collaboratively with the attending physicians and residents to ensure continuity of care to the EP patients. The APRNs or PAs help plan, implement, and evaluate health care treatments. This position requires both inpatient and outpatient practice areas.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in nursing (for APRNs)
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Certification (for APRNs)
3 years nursing experience (for APRNs)
Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas; APRN License (for APRNs)
Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire (for APRNs)
Master's Degree (for PAs)
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program (for PAs)
Certification through NCCPA (for PAs)
Prescriptive authority and DEA license must be obtained after hire (for PAs)
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year APP experience in cardiology specialty
Prior EP experience

Responsibilities

Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s).
Work autonomously, as well as, in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems; and will serve as a health care resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
Coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, and assuring that care is timely and appropriate.
Interacts with and assists the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed.
Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary.
Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines.
Assist internal and external stakeholders as needed with exceptional customer service.
Extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians.
Other duties as assigned.