Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Burn Center

Regional One Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional One Health in Memphis, TN seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) for our Certified Burn Center. The role covers burn ICU/stepdown, Burn EDBurn ORs, and rehab services with First Assist responsibilities in the OR for eligible PAs/NPs.

Graduate of an approved PA or NP program, TN certification with prescriptive privileges required. Two years of clinical experience preferred; new grads considered. Strong patient assessment and perioperative care skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• TN licensure as PA or NP with prescriptive privileges.
• 2+ years clinical experience preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical services for burn patients, including histories, exams, orders and treatment plans.
• Serve as First Assist in the OR for qualified PAs and NPs.
• Deliver pre-op and post-op care for burn and wound patients; participate in ICU/ED duties.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical decision making

First Assist

Pre-op / Post-op care

Independent clinical judgment

Education

Graduate of Physician Assistant program

Graduate of Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

UT Regional One Physicians is currently seeking a Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) for our Certified Burn Center in Memphis, TN.JOB SUMMARY AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Participates as a member of the health care team to meet patient needs and provide continuity of care. Under the administrative and technical supervision of a physician, performs medical services in the care and treatment of patients by obtaining medical histories, performing physical examinations, applying diagnostic techniques, ordering tests/procedures and evaluating to assess medical condition, developing treatment plans and performing selected therapeutic tasks, or other special procedures.Roles include First Assist in the OR for PA and NPs with First Assist certification. The NP or PA-C will also provide pre-op / post-op care for Burn and Wound Care patients.The areas that will be included in this role include:Burn ICU/StepdownBurn EDBurn ORsROH Burn Rehab/LTACEDUCATION: Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program. Additional training may be required for specialty areas. Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the neonate, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years clinical experience as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner preferred. Will accept new grads. Demonstrated ability to work independently and make clinical assessments.LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION: Certification as Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in State of TN. Additional certification in specialty areas may be required. Eligible for Prescriptive privileges) in State of Tennessee required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Lifting and moving patients and equipment; extensive patient handling and repositioning; prolonged standing and walking; repetitive bending, reaching, and awkward postures during wound care and dressing changes; exposure to infectious agents including multidrug resistant organisms; ability to work in elevated ambient temperatures for extended periods, particularly in operating rooms; frequent donning and doffing of PPE including gowns, gloves, masks, and head covers; manual dexterity for complex wound care and surgical assistance; prolonged use of barrier precautions; extended work hours requiring sustained concentration and decision making.Regional One Health is an equal opportunity employer.