APP- Advanced Practice Provider: I Corr Health

Parkland Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks an Advanced Practice Provider I for their Corridor Health Adult Clinical, focusing on patient care and education. This role requires proper licensure and a commitment to patient-centered service and compliance with healthcare standards. Join a legacy of excellence in delivering quality healthcare through collaboration and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have current healthcare provider BLS certification.
• Physician Assistant license required from Texas Board.
• Nurse Practitioner certification and RN licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical duties including history taking and assessments.
• Records health history and manages consultations with physicians.
• Educates patients and families for self-management.

Skills

Patient-centered behaviors

Leadership

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

**Advanced Practice Provider I - Corridor Health Adult Clinical (Nights)**

PRIMARY PURPOSE

Responsible for providing health care for patients in designated primary or specialty areas, including patient diagnoses, treatment, education, and referrals. Serves as a resource and role model for clinical practice, training, evaluation, and direct management of practitioners and students in all areas encompassed by the service line to ensure optimal patient care quality. Assist leadership in assessing, planning, organizing, and implementing designated advanced practice provider activities.

Minimum Specifications

Education

• Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program recognized by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or its predecessors.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN): Master's degree in nursing accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN).

Experience

- None

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

- Current employees hired at Parkland before 3/1/2014 may have equivalent education and experience.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

• Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Military Training Network.
• Physician Assistant: Current, valid Physician Assistant licensure from the Texas Board of Physician Assistants, and current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner): Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license, active certification as a Nurse Practitioner by recognized certifying bodies, and licensure as an APRN with authorization to practice as a Family, Adult, Gerontology, or Women's Health Nurse Practitioner.

Skills or Special Abilities

- Provides care in accordance with Texas Nursing Practice Act or Medical Board Rules, established protocols, and standards.

- Demonstrates leadership and effective communication skills.

- Knowledge of Parkland policies, structure, and mission.

- Demonstrates patient-centered behaviors.

Responsibilities

1. Performs clinical duties in designated specialty areas, including history taking, physical exams, assessments, and test ordering.
2. Records health history, findings, and recommendations accurately; manages time effectively; consults with supervising physicians; refers patients as needed.
3. Includes patients and families in care planning; educates for self-management and follow-up.
4. Supports interdisciplinary collaboration for quality care and patient satisfaction.
5. Stays updated on practice trends; participates in educational activities.
6. Maintains knowledge of relevant laws, policies, and certifications; develops controls for compliance.
7. Identifies work process improvements; provides quality customer service.
8. Assists in developing departmental goals; attends staff meetings.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination and is tobacco and smoke-free.