APP Orthopedic Surgery (Hand) Olathe

The University of Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Olathe, KS is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for Orthopedic Surgery (Hand) with day shifts, full-time status, and hospital-based responsibilities at Olathe Hospital. The role emphasizes collaborative care, patient education and high-quality outcomes within a busy surgical service.

Candidates should hold a Master's degree in PA or an APRN level of education, possess current licenses, and ideally have prior APRN/PA-C experience in orthopedics

Qualifications

• Master's degree required (Physician Assistant) or advanced practice nursing degree (APRN) or DNP.
• Active licensure as PA-C or APRN in KS/MO as applicable.
• Preferred APRN or PA-C experience in orthopedic or surgical settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage health problems for orthopedic surgical patients.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team and consults as needed.
• Document evaluations, diagnoses, treatments and education per standards.
• Prescribe and monitor medications; ensure appropriate prophylaxis and follow-up.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Master's degree: Physician Assistant

APRN/MSN or DNP (APRN)

Job description

Position Title

APP Orthopedic Surgery (Hand) Olathe Days - Full Time Olathe Hospital

Position Summary / Career Interest

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Orthopedic Surgical manages health problems and coordinates health care for Surgical patients in ambulatory, acute care or in-patient settings for pre- or post-surgical patients. According to their practice specialty, these APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals and families by utilizing standards of care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations to assess health status, diagnose medical conditions, develop medical plan of care, implement treatments and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with collaborative/sponsoring physician as described in a Collaborative Practice Agreement.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and technical competencies of an APP in the Surgical Department. Able to evaluate medical problems of clients in the assigned practice setting and appropriately requests consults to other specialties when indicated. Provides education to patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications pertinent to the neonatal patient’s condition. Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plans Documents all medical evaluation, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with NCQA, The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards and evidenced-based standards of care. Maintains documentation compliance for appropriate coding and billing. Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers and quality standards according to protocols and receives and implements constructive directives. May refer complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to complicated diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions. Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to the client’s needs; prescribes and monitors medications appropriate to the diagnosis; orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions. Maintains collegiality with all members of the inter-disciplinary team. Utilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with specialty practice Program Director, APP Director and Medical Director of any clinical issue and contributes to quality improvement or process improvement as necessary. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant OR Master Degree Nursing from an accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs OR Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs

Preferred Education and Experience

Previous APRN or PA-C experience

Required Licensure and Certification

Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts copy of the current PA-C license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations) OR Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing copy of the current APRN license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) if working in the ICU Basic Life Support Heartsaver (BLS HS) (Non-Clinical) - American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced practice certification required. APRNs may obtain within one year of date of hire; Specific certification may be required depending on specialty

Time Type

Full time

Job Requisition ID

R-59387

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail]. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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About The University of Kansas Health System

As part of the region’s premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.