APRN

KVC Health Systems•Webster Groves, MO

About The Position

Under administrative direction and guidance and under the guidelines of a collaborative practice agreement, the APRN provides comprehensive and professional health care to clients in the hospital and residential setting. Practice is distinguished by autonomy of practice and is characterized by an increased complexity of clinical decision-making ability and greater skill in providing quality medical services. Activities are carried out in accordance with the Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing, Kansas Board of Nursing Practice Act, and other relevant federal, state, and local guidelines. The ARNP in this position demonstrates a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of the complex responses of individuals, families, or communities to actual or potential medical problems, prevention of injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.

Requirements

Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Nursing
Licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of MO, Board certified and Board eligible
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
Primary care background with the ability to give routine preventative care, evaluate and treat acute medical issues in all ranges seen in KVC hospitals.
Requires Intermediate computer skills in typing/keyboarding, Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as Outlook email.

Responsibilities

Identifies the physical, social and emotional health needs of individuals and families through systematic assessment, utiliza tion of professional skills, health history, physical evaluations and lab or other diagnostic tools
Develops and implements a comprehensive plan of care that includes interventions and treatments to attain expected outcomes
Utilizes appropriate or specialized knowledge and skills in the provision of direct client care
Documents services provided to the client in the medical record in accordance with state and joint commission requirements
Collaborates with the health team members to establish priorities, manage care and coordinate efforts to achieve desired outcomes in providing planned services to the client
Utilizes complex strategies, interventions and teaching to promote, maintain, and improve health and prevent injury
Serves as a leader and role model for professional development of peers and others
Develops and implements a plan of continued professional growth and development
Committed to maintaining a healthy and safe work environment
Works under broad goals and policies under general direction of the appointing authority and the supervising doctor
Makes referrals to other specialties as needed
Provide on call medical coverage, depending on site