PA or CRNP, UPP Department of Urology - UPMC St. Margaret

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a full-time Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to support the Department of Urology at UPMC St. Margaret. The role includes weekend inpatient rounding at UPMC St. Margaret and work in an outpatient office in Sewickley two to three weekdays per week. The Department of Urology provides clinical services, innovative treatment strategies, and research for diseases of the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive organs. The Staff or Senior Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is part of the care delivery team and provides patient care under physician supervision and in collaboration with physicians and other health care providers. The APP applies independent judgment, communication, and collaboration to manage care for patients and their families and to support desired outcomes throughout the continuum of care. Placement at the Staff or Senior level is based on years and months of experience. The position calls for a developing commitment to leadership, partnership, collaboration, supervision, professional growth, and the community. The APP contributes to patient safety, care quality, satisfaction, and clinical improvement while supporting patients, families, and colleagues.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is required for CRNP candidates.
Current state RN license and CRNP certification are required for CRNP candidates.
CRNP candidates must be eligible for licensure by the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing and eligible for CRNP certification by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Graduation from a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) is required for PA candidates.
Current state PA license and certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) are required for PA candidates.
Current CPR certification is required.
Act 34 Clearance is required.
Ability to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, providers, support staff, other departments, and patients and families.
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment, handle multiple or changing priorities, and use specialized equipment.
Critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, and clinical judgment skills.
Critical thinking skills necessary to apply and lead others in applying acceptable standards of practice.
Mobility and visual-manual dexterity.
Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
Successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the business unit practice.

Nice To Haves

BSN or MSN preferred for CRNP candidates.
Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience preferred for CRNP candidates.
BS or MS preferred for PA candidates.
Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting preferred for PA candidates.

Responsibilities

Provide weekend inpatient rounding and work two to three weekdays in the outpatient office.
Provide and manage patient care activities for a group of patients and their families, using independent judgment and collaborating with the care delivery team under physician supervision.
Set standards for the level and quality of care and help achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the health care team, both verbally and in documentation.
Formulate plans of care that consider individual patient needs and provide basic patient and family education.
Apply critical thinking and acceptable professional practice standards to support patient safety, quality, and satisfaction.
Seek guidance, feedback, and learning opportunities to continuously improve clinical practice and professional development.
Participate in clinical development of the health care team and pursue ongoing learning through professional organizations or professional literature.
Use knowledge of research and evidence-based practice, and identify opportunities for clinical improvement and innovation.
Promote workplace safety, recognize ethical situations, and seek assistance when needed.
Make recommendations to improve clinical care and workplace health, participate in change initiatives, and build healthy working relationships.
Set priorities and support colleagues as an engaged member of the care team.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development across the life span, assess patient data and age-specific needs, and provide care according to department policies and procedures.