Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Hepatology/GI

UNLV Medicine; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12 full-day and 2 half-day paid holi­D

22 PTO days per year

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits start

CPR certifications reimbursed

Job summary

UNLV Health seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to deliver inpatient and outpatient hepatology/GI services as part of a multidisciplinary team in Las Vegas, NV. The role emphasizes independent clinical judgment, patient education and coordination of care across settings.

Qualifications include a master's degree in nursing or physician assistant program and Nevada APRN licensure or eligibility. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Work hours are full-time with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited nursing or physician assistant program.
• Nevada APRN license or eligibility prior to start date.
• Spanish language ability is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Works with physicians and interprofessional team to provide patient care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Exercises independent clinical judgment in assessment, diagnosis and treatment when appropriate.
• Conducts health histories and physical exams and initiates emergency care as needed.
• Formulates diagnoses, identifies problems and communicates with care team.
• Orders/ interprets diagnostic studies in consultation with peers.
• Educates patients and families, supporting satisfaction and quality care.
• Maintains accountability to enhance patient experience through high-quality interactions.
• Interacts with patients and families with compassion and respect at all times.
• Participates in training of staff, students and residents as requested.

Education

Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree

License in the State of Nevada as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or ability to be licensed prior to the start date

Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred

Job description

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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Hepatology/GI

Full-Time Professional Las Vegas, NV, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2245

Salary Range: $115,000.00 To $130,000.00 Annually

This position is responsible for provision of Advanced Practice Provider services to patients in an outpatient and inpatient setting. The position will work as part of a care team at both the UNLV Health outpatient clinic as well as Inpatient hospital settings. Our patient care model includes faculty, residents, and students.

ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM(Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
  
• 12 Full- Day and 2 Half-Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
• 22 PTO days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date
• CPR Certifications reimbursed by UNLV Health
• Pay may be higher than listed range, based on years of experience

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree
• License in the State of Nevada as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or ability to be licensed prior to the start date
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works in conjunction with Physicians, administrative management, nursing and other interprofessional team members to facilitate patient care and management throughout the health care system
• Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures commensurate with training and experience
• Performs and documents comprehensive health histories and physical assessments, to include initiation of CPR or other appropriate emergency therapy as needed
• Formulates diagnoses, identifies problems and health risk profiles, documents and clearly communicates with other members of the health care team
• Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic studies, such as x-rays and laboratory tests, in consultation with peers and colleagues
• Assumes a proactive role in patient/family education and patient/family satisfaction in the practice setting
• Assumes personal accountability to enhance the patient experience by using high quality, patient satisfaction-directed interactions/tools/activities in the execution of duties
• Always interacts with patients and families in a compassionate and respectful manner, at all times
• Participates in training of staff, students, and residents; and as requested by Department Chair, Pediatric Surgery Division Chief, supervisors, mentors, and provides education on areas of expertise

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
• May include performing repetitive tasks
• May include working with challenging patients and clients
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.