Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-GI

Healthpartners • Anoka, MN

120d

About The Position

The Physician Assistant or APRN/Nurse Practitioner works with the Clinician team to provide for the overall and ongoing medical responsibility for a patient's comprehensive care, encompassing preventative care and a full range of acute and chronic conditions including end-of-life as appropriate. The PA/APRN works autonomously within their licensure and/or in collaboration with supervising physician, in accordance with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice and/or Minnesota Board of Nursing.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited formal Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Master's degree required.
• Current Minnesota PA/APRN license.
• Current NCCPA or AANP certification.
• Approved or eligible for approval by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice for prescription writing privileges.
• Demonstrated computer skills using Microsoft Office products or similar applications.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Experience with an electronic medical record.
• Current CPR certification.
• Active member in professional association.

Responsibilities

• Assess the health status of individuals/families as appropriate.
• Obtain and document a complete health history.
• Elicit patient's perception of problem.
• Perform and document a complete, accurate physical examination.
• Order and evaluate appropriate screening and diagnostic tests.
• Develop a problem list.
• Identify wellness and risk factors.
• Diagnose common health problems and diseases.
• Develop and implement a plan of care through use of Care Model Process.
• Set goals and plans mutually acceptable to patient and clinician.
• Prescribe modalities to meet wellness and illness needs, including medication, nutrition, exercise, and traditional medical treatments.
• Manage wellness and illness needs according to Riverway, HealthPartners and ICSI guidelines.
• Teach and support positive self-care activities including problem solving and selection of treatment alternatives.
• Provide health care counseling and emotional support throughout care.
• Evaluate the process and outcome of management plan and modify the plan as appropriate.
• Collaborate and coordinate with other health professionals as appropriate.
• Discriminate between situations requiring independent management, collaborative management with the Physician and immediate or further referral.
• Collaborate with Physician when unusual incidents or changes in patient's condition occur.
• Coordinate care involving other healthcare providers, outside vendors or employers to meet the needs of the patient.
• Make appropriate referrals.
• Function as a leader, mentor, and educator for other staff members.
• Maintain and improve professional practice.
• Make recommendations for improving care.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education.
• Maintain current certification.
• Incorporate clinical best practice guidelines into patient care.
• Participate in peer review activities.
• Participate in yearly performance evaluation.
• Document care in accordance with Riverway and HealthPartners standards.
• Participate in appropriate committees.
• Maintain CPR certification.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree