Pulmonary Critical Care, APRN/PA III (Days)

Saint Francis Health System

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The APRN/PA III provides clinical services within the scope of practice established by state law, applicable practice guidelines, and Saint Francis Health System policies. The role is based with Hospitalist Pulmonary at the Yale Campus in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and is a safety-sensitive position. Physician Assistants and APRNs are considered; APRNs must have an AGACNP qualification. Experience in an ICU setting is required. The position includes assessing, intervening in, and evaluating patient care; coordinating services with physicians, other healthcare providers, agencies, patients, and families; documenting care; performing procedures and treatments according to protocols; and promoting patient wellness through education. As appropriate, the provider may perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and initiate drug therapy. The role also supports supply needs, quality initiatives, and safety functions, and requires compliance with current Health System OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures.

Requirements

Experience in an ICU setting is required.
One year of related work experience.
For APRNs, AGACNP is required.
Completion of the basic professional nursing curriculum at a state-board-approved school of nursing, with a diploma or degree.
A master's or higher-level educational program in an advanced practice nursing area from an accredited collegiate program.
Valid multistate or Oklahoma Registered Nurse license.
Valid Oklahoma APRN license with current specialty certification.
Valid Oklahoma Board of Nursing Prescriptive Authority Recognition.
Understanding of healthcare delivery processes in a medical setting.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, presenting information clearly and concisely.
Demonstrated patient care skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical services, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation of care within the scope of practice established by state law.
Consult and collaborate with physicians, other healthcare providers, and agencies to coordinate services for patients and families.
Document services according to established policies and procedures, including medical records, billing documents, and care plans.
Perform procedures and treatments as necessary and according to established protocols; recommend procedures and treatments when appropriate.
Promote patient wellness through patient education.
Use advanced clinical knowledge or experience to resolve patient questions and meet patient needs.
When appropriate, perform complete physical examinations and order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and examinations.
When appropriate, initiate drug therapy and take responsibility for therapy provided before consultation with a physician.
Assist in identifying and ordering needed supplies.
Participate in quality initiatives and safety functions.
Remain informed about and comply with Health System OSHA and HIPAA policies and procedures.