Part-Time PA or CRNP - Children's Express Care, Hummelstown

UPMC•Hummelstown, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Children's Express Care in Hummelstown is hiring a part-time Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) to support its outpatient clinic. The position is based in Hummelstown and includes travel to Mechanicsburg. APP experience is preferred. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and rotating weekends, with weekend shifts listed as 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider is a member of the care delivery team who provides and helps set standards for patient care under physician supervision and in collaboration with a physician. The APP manages care for patients and their families using independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with the healthcare team. The role includes building relationships with physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and families; supporting patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care; and contributing to the community and the healthcare profession. The successful candidate will be placed according to years and months of experience. Senior-level consideration requires at least three years of experience or completion of a post-graduate residency, along with additional performance, professional contribution, and approval criteria. Candidates must meet the applicable qualifications for either the CRNP or PA track. The role also requires current CPR certification and applicable clearances. Hospital privileges must be successfully attained and maintained if applicable to the business unit practice.

Requirements

For the CRNP track: successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program.
For the CRNP track: current state RN license and CRNP certification; candidates must be eligible for Pennsylvania licensure and CRNP certification as specified in the posting.
For the PA track: graduation from a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
For the PA track: current state PA license and certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current CPR certification.
Act 33, Act 73, and Act 34 clearances.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, providers, staff, other departments, and patients and families.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment.
Critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities related to patient care, and good clinical judgment.
Mobility and visual-manual dexterity; physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Senior level: minimum three years of experience or completion of a post-graduate residency.
Senior level: completion of national certification.
Senior level: achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on the annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annually.
Senior level: complete an OAPP-approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion and obtain department chair approval for promotion.
Senior level: applicable ACLS, ITLS, NALS, PALS, or other listed certification must meet AHA standards and include didactic and skills-demonstration components within 30 days of hire; outpatient APPs may use a business-unit-approved certification relevant and value-added to the setting.

Nice To Haves

APP experience is preferred.
For the CRNP track: BSN or MSN is preferred.
For the CRNP track: professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferred.
For the PA track: BS or MS is preferred.
For the PA track: experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide and help set standards for the level and quality of patient care as a member of the care delivery team.
Manage and provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families using independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with team members.
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other healthcare providers, patients, and families to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
Apply professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate to the setting, communicate effectively, and demonstrate critical thinking.
Formulate plans of care that consider individual patient needs and provide care in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Incorporate professional practice standards and organizational goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
Pursue clinical development and learning, seek and use feedback, and identify opportunities to improve clinical practice.
Identify patient and family education needs and provide basic education to support the episode of care.
Demonstrate knowledge of research and evidence-based practice resources and identify opportunities for clinical improvement.
Communicate effectively with the healthcare team, support workplace safety, and demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity and professional workplace concerns.
Remain accountable for professional development and contribute recommendations and participation in changes that improve clinical care and the workplace.
Set priorities, build healthy working relationships, and support colleagues in service to patients and families.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan, assess patient data and age-specific needs, and provide appropriate care.
Handle multiple and changing priorities and use specialized equipment as needed.
Meet applicable hospital privilege requirements and maintain privileges when required by the business unit.