Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Ortho Trauma

University of Alabama at Birmingham•Birmingham, AL

74d•Onsite

About The Position

The following APPs may be considered for this role: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Work schedule: Full-time, benefited Shift: Monday through Friday, 4-10hr shifts No weekends, holidays, or call CME allowance: Full-time benefited APPs receive an annual $2,000.00 CME allowance. This can be used for recertification, applicable fees, CME courses, etc. that occur after a new employee's start date. The APP hired in this role with provide urgent, acute medical care and treatment within established scope of nursing practice to hospital inpatients on the Orthopedic Trauma Service and patients on other primary services with orthopedic injuries under the direction of a collaborating physician. The APP will coordinate the plan of care, discharge planning and execution, arrange specialty referrals, plan and coordinate and collaborate health care education for patient and family and other health care providers. The APP will perform comprehensive physical exams and assessments on inpatients with Orthopedic Trauma injuries. The APP will routinely interpret, analyze and evaluate patients' medical records, laboratory results, radiographic data and develop or adjust the plan of care accordingly. The APP collaborates closely with orthopaedic trauma surgeons, residents, nursing staff, and other interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care that supports optimal patient outcomes and timely transitions of care. No matter what drives you - whether it's the fast pace of trauma care, the celebration of a last infusion treatment, caring for the sickest babies in the region, or the longstanding relationships developed in family medicine - UAB Medicine offers advanced practice providers (APPs) the opportunity to challenge their skills across the entire continuum of care. Our 750-plus inpatient and ambulatory APPs work alongside world-renowned physicians and a host of dedicated care team members to deliver on our mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care. This happens through collaborative practice, which is more than a set of terms and guidelines; collaboration at UAB reflects a true partnership among APPs and physicians, patients, and our interdisciplinary care teams. You're empowered to lead and put patients first. Your creativity, innovation, and know-how are seen as essential contributions to helping deliver best-in-class health care. You'll also participate in research and develop best practices to drive innovation and improvement, both at UAB Medicine and across the APP community. Position Summary: To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to medical services patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code). The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient's medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing with an Acute Care NP certification or graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
Currently certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Specialty by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.
Knowledge of procedures, protocols, information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, disease and deformities
Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools and programs
Written and verbal communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Ability to be self-directed/self-motivated
Ability to multi-task
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality

Responsibilities

Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.
Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.
Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.
Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.
May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers.
Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff.
Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.
Provides a safe environment for patients and others.
Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.
Performs other duties as assigned.