APRN/PA - Peds Cardiology - CVICU

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is a collaborative healthcare organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans through its unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs. The APRN/PA is a skilled healthcare provider with specialized certification, regulated by either the Arkansas State Board of Nursing or the Arkansas State Medical Board. This role requires a high level of expertise in assessing, diagnosing, and treating actual and potential health problems in pediatric patients and their families. The APRN/PA will possess advanced knowledge, skill, and competence in providing care to specific patient and family populations, serving as a clinical resource across the care continuum for patients, families, staff, and the community.

Requirements

APRN: Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master’s in Nursing.
APRN: National Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
PA: Graduate from an accredited physician assistant program defined by the Arkansas State Medical Board.
PA: Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS).
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

Responsibilities

Provide direct clinical services for patients according to established protocols and utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards in collaboration with a physician.
Obtain patient health histories, complete physical examinations, and interpret hemodynamic data.
Document pertinent normal and abnormal findings.
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
Formulate and implement a treatment plan for the management of acute and chronic illnesses in collaboration with the physician.
Document in medical records appropriately.
Provide family-centered care to meet the child’s health care needs.
Utilize current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice.
Participate in staff education, and educate other APRN/PA students, residents, and/or fellows.
Provide leadership and professional interaction within your team or to team members.
Coordinate with families the care and progress of their child in person, by telephone, or by email as appropriate.
Communicate with others with mutual respect and professional demeanor.
Adhere to all standard policies and procedures.
Participate in QI or research projects as deemed necessary by your department.
Perform other duties as assigned.