Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Inpatient Medicine Faulkner
About The Position
The Department of Medicine Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner is a member of the inpatient General Medical Service team. The PA/NP assists attending physicians with the medical management of patients assigned to the PA/NP service and works within an integrated team that includes residents, medical students, and attending physicians. Working closely with physicians and nursing staff, the PA/NP develops and coordinates plans of care to meet the physical, psychological, and social needs of patients and their families. The role requires strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, knowledge of current literature, and a commitment to continued learning. Practice incorporates the mission, vision, and core values of Brigham and Women’s/Faulkner Hospital.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies or Nursing.
- Massachusetts Physician Assistant license or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse credential.
- Skill in taking medical histories to assess medical conditions and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
- Submit a letter of intent explaining interest in hospital medicine and motivation to apply.
- New graduates should include details about clinical rotations on their Resume/CV.
Nice To Haves
- Inpatient hospital experience as an APP.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with all teams in admitting inpatients to Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital.
- Assist hospitalist and primary care attending physicians on daily patient rounds, monitor patient care, and formulate treatment plans.
- Write daily progress notes.
- Implement attending physician instructions for patient management in close cooperation with nursing staff.
- Perform procedures within the PA/NP scope of practice and as directed by the attending physician.
- Order and interpret appropriate laboratory testing and other special examinations as requested.
- Serve as a resource to the health care team for patient care issues.
- Collaborate with the care coordinator on patient care referrals.
- Prepare accurate, concise sign-outs to facilitate smooth transitions of patient care between PA/NPs or physicians.
- Assist in planning and implementing patient discharges.
- Work collaboratively and function as an efficient member of the health care team.
- Assist in coordinating consultations with other subspecialists involved in the care of PA/NP patients.
- Educate patients and families.
- Document appropriately in the medical record and communicate observations and findings to attending physicians.
- Monitor the environment of care and comply with regulatory agency standards.
- Ensure clinical practice is consistent with physician assistant and/or APRN policies, procedures, and standards.
- Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement projects as appropriate.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs
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Job Type
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