ARNP of PA Fellow

Summit Pacific Medical Center•McCleary, WA

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Fellow works under the supervision of the Medical Director and mentoring providers. The fellow completes observational and experiential rotations through Summit Pacific Medical Center’s Emergency Department, Acute Care Unit (ACU), Urgent Care Clinic (UCC), and primary care clinics, providing direct patient care under a supervising provider. After completing most scheduled rotations, the fellow may begin establishing a practice with SPMC if there is confirmed intent to hire, within the scope of their Washington State ARNP or PA licensure. The role provides comprehensive advanced practice care to primary care patients in an ambulatory environment, with supervision and mentorship. The fellow evaluates patients, develops and implements care plans, prescribes medications, provides education, monitors progress, and works with supervising providers on total care plans. The position also includes patient rounds, chart review, documentation, quality and regulatory compliance, and professional development through research and continuing education. The role is based in McCleary, Washington. It is a 1.0 FTE exempt staff position. The stated pay range, depending on experience, is $64.90–$79.33; the posting does not specify the pay period.

Requirements

Master’s degree or Doctorate in Nursing Practice, or a Master’s degree or Doctorate in Physician Assistant studies.
Active and unrestricted Washington State license as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner.
Active and unrestricted Washington State license as a Registered Nurse.
DEA certification, active or pending.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification for the Urgent Care Clinic.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification for the Urgent Care Clinic.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to apply nursing theories and concepts to problem-solving and complex health decision-making, with mentorship and support.
Ability to diagnose, develop treatment plans, and treat patients across a broad spectrum of medical diagnoses, with mentorship and support.
Proficiency with current technology and computers, and ability to learn and use new programs and equipment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including selecting communication strategies appropriate to the audience.
Ability to collaborate with providers, healthcare professionals, managers, and patients.
Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
Ability to work semi-independently and use judgment, advanced problem-solving, critical thinking, organization, and prioritization skills.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of two years of experience as an ARNP or PA is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive advanced practice nursing care to primary care patients in an ambulatory setting with supervision and mentorship.
Evaluate patients, discuss goals, implement care plans, prescribe medications, educate patients about risks and benefits, and monitor progress.
Work with supervising or mentoring providers to formulate total care plans.
Identify and address disease prevention and health promotion needs while providing quality patient care.
Round on patients to determine their needs.
Review patient charts to ensure comorbidities are appropriately documented.
Obtain complete medical histories and physical data.
Perform and document complete physical examinations during the pre-admission stage under supervision and mentorship.
Meet quality care standards, develop clinical competence, and support patient satisfaction.
Plan work and develop procedures to accomplish goals, with support and mentorship as needed.
Comply with Washington State Department of Health standards, National Patient Safety goals, quality improvement projects, regulatory requirements, and applicable laws.
Maintain accurate and timely records using computerized record-keeping and coding systems.
Develop professional skills through research, training, and continuing education.
Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned.
Support SPMC’s mission, vision, and values; follow its policies and procedures; and act ethically, professionally, respectfully, and collaboratively.