Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner I Infectious Disease PRN- Indian River

Cleveland Clinic • Stuart, FL

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About The Position

Cleveland Clinic is currently seeking a qualified Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for an exciting opportunity with the Infectious Disease team at Indian River Hospital. This position involves conducting inpatient new consults and follow-ups, rounding with attending physicians and collaboration with other members of the healthcare team. Responsibilities include managing adult patients including (but not limited to): assessment, diagnostic ordering and interpretation, management of antimicrobials and strong communication with patients and members of the healthcare team. APP experience is preferred, however new graduates with infectious disease experience may be considered. Per diem position.

Requirements

• MSN or higher graduate degree in nursing required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role.
• Graduate of an accredited ARPN graduate program.
• Graduate of an A.R.C.-approved Physician Assistant Program.
• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or applicable state license through the State Medical Board for certificate to practice.
• Currently licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in applicable state.
• National certification as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by nationally accredited organization recognized by state Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required based upon work setting.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant through the NCCPA.
• Licensed by the State Medical Board of Florida as a PA-C.

Nice To Haves

• APP experience preferred.
• Related clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts thorough medical histories and performs complete physical examinations.
• Initiates appropriate lab, radiology tests or other special tests required for evaluation of illness.
• Scrutinizes lab data to establish a record of the patient's current health status and to develop a working diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Works in collaboration with the health care team.
• Performs and interprets common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic and other routine diagnostic procedures.
• Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged.
• May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by license.
• Educates patients and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards.
• Participates in medical team rounds and collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members.
• Refers patients to specialists as appropriate for consultation or for specialized health resources and treatment.
• Ensures continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team.
• Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes.
• Facilitates appropriate length of stay, discharge planning and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management.
• Supports professional development of the health care team.
• Promotes translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research.
• May conduct research studies and assist in data collection and analysis.
• May serve as clinical preceptor for students and onboard new caregivers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer.
• Comprehensive offerings for health, well-being and future.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Master's degree