Advanced Practice Provider- Trauma

Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 128,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhode Island Hospital in Providence seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the surgical service, delivering continuity of care for outpatient and inpatient pathways.

You will conduct histories and exams, order tests, prescribe medications, educate staff and learners, and collaborate with surgeons and nurses. ACLS required; DEA licensed; 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Current Rhode Island CRNP or PA licensure.
• Current DEA licensure.
• ACLS certification maintained.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Acts as integral member of the surgical service, conducting history/exams, ordering tests, prescribing meds, and developing treatment plans.
• Performs minor procedures such as IV access, wound care, drains and catheter placements in line with policy.
• Collaborates with educators and serves as a preceptor for students.
• Maintains respectful patient interactions and participates in research projects.
• Completes HIPAA and privacy training; attends multidisciplinary surgical meetings.
• Maintains licensure and pursues continuing education credits.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Master's Degree

Job description

SUMMARY:SUMMARY:

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will provide the surgical patient and their family with continuity of care in the outpatient setting. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will act as an integral part of the surgical service. The practitioner will also act as an educator and a liaison to other health care providers providing care across the care continuum

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

• Acts as an integral member of the surgical service for patients on the surgical service from inpatient services (both the ICU and the convalescent wards) to outpatient settings to include the following: conducting history and physical exams, ordering and interpreting lab tests, prescribing medications, developing and monitoring patient treatment plans, making appropriate referrals to other specialists, and prescribing and ordering appropriate treatment modalities.
• Performs minor procedures, including but not limited to: peripheral IV access, central venous access, PICC line placement, repair of lacerations, incision/drainage/washout/debridement of wounds, tube thoracostomy, tracheostomy changes, arterial catheter placement, removal of drains/sutures/staples, placement and removal of N-G tubes/N-D tubes/foley catheters, and assisting with surgery consistent with institutional processes.
• Collaborates with unit teachers and clinical nurse specialists to provide education to nurses in the patient care units, and serves as a preceptor for medical students, and other NP or PA students.
• Treats each person with respect and dignity.
• Participates in research studies and projects.
• Obtains Human Subjects Protection training.
• Obtains training in HIPAA compliance and all other applicable state and federal privacy laws.
• Establishes annual development goals in collaboration with physicians on the surgical service.
• Prepares health education materials for patients and their families.
• Attends continued education offerings and obtains all continuing education credits required to maintain licensure.
• Maintains ACLS certification.
• Participates in multidisciplinary meetings relating to surgery.

EDUCATION:

• Master's Degree

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Current Rhode Island licensure as a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (for NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
• Current DEA licensure

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

• Strong interpersonal skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

• None

Pay Range:$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement:Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type:12hr shifts, rotating days

Work Shift:Day

Daily Hours:8 and 12 hours

Driving Required:Yes