Hillcrest Hospital Medicine APP

Cleveland Clinic•Mayfield Heights, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings, collaborating with the healthcare team in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. The role also supports dissemination of knowledge through instruction, leadership, and development of educational programs. The position is based at Hillcrest Hospital in Mayfield Heights and is scheduled for days, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The APP conducts patient assessments, develops diagnoses and treatment plans, performs credentialed diagnostic and clinical procedures, educates patients, and coordinates care with the multidisciplinary team. The role also supports quality monitoring, inpatient discharge planning, evidence-based practice, and professional development.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited APRN program.
A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is required upon hire or within three years of hire for covered external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role; a master's degree is required upon hire in neonatal care service areas.
Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s).
Licensed as a registered nurse in applicable state(s).
National certification as a Nurse Practitioner from a nationally accredited organization recognized by the applicable state Board of Nursing.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Arrangements with at least one physician in accordance with applicable State Board of Nursing requirements.
Credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
Excellent analytical and decision-making skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including oral and written communication in English.
Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrated competency and ability to perform advanced assessment and diagnosis.
Ability to use the electronic medical record.
High standards of moral and ethical behavior, compassion, professionalism, and commitment to excellent patient care.
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Ability to walk and stand for long periods, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for physical examinations, and corrected vision and hearing within a normal range.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
May be exposed to communicable diseases and/or body fluids; must follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Must comply with the Cleveland Clinic influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
Employment offers are followed by controlled-substance testing.

Nice To Haves

Related clinical experience is preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) through the American Heart Association, or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics, may be required based on the work setting.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough medical histories and physical examinations where indicated; initiate appropriate laboratory, radiology, and other tests; review results; and develop a working diagnosis and treatment plan.
Collaborate with the healthcare team in providing patient care.
Perform and interpret common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic, and other routine diagnostic procedures, as credentialed and privileged.
Perform routine and specialized procedures, as credentialed and privileged.
Prescribe and monitor medications as permitted by licensure, state board requirements, and Cleveland Clinic policies.
Educate patients and answer questions about diseases, treatments, and related medication and treatment side effects and hazards.
Participate in medical team rounds and collaborate regularly with nursing, medical, and other healthcare team members.
Refer patients to specialists for consultation or specialized health resources and treatment as appropriate.
Promote continuity of care by liaising between patients, multidisciplinary care team members, and specialty areas.
Review records and treatment plans periodically to monitor patient outcomes and assure quality care.
Facilitate appropriate length of stay, discharge planning, and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
Support the professional development of the healthcare team.
Promote translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
May conduct research studies and assist with data collection and analysis.
May serve as a clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
Perform other duties as assigned.