App Trauma Surgical

The University of Kansas Health System; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is seeking a part-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) with APRN or PA credentials to manage trauma surgical patients across acute and inpatient settings. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with physicians within the trauma program.

Qualified candidates hold a master's in PA or nursing (APRN/DNP), possess BLS certification, and are licensed in Kansas and/or Missouri as applicable.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Physician Assistant, or Master Degree Nursing for APRNs, or Doctor of Nursing Practice for APRNs.
• APRN or PA licensure as required by state where practice occurs.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Heartsaver certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medical problems and determine appropriate consults with other specialties.
• Develop and implement diagnostically appropriate treatment plans.
• Prescribe and monitor medications and emergency interventions as needed.
• Maintain documentation compliant with regulatory standards and coding/billing rules.

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master Degree Nursing (APRN)

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Job description

Position Title App Trauma Surgical Days - Part Time Bell Hospital Position Summary / Career Interest: The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) APRN Trauma Surgical manages health problems and coordinates health care for Surgical patients in acute care or in-patient settings for pre- or post-surgical patients in the Trauma program or service line. 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 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 Age appropriate training for “population served” may depend on APRN/PA program training and may require additional training as determined by the department.

Preferred Education and Experience Previous APRN or PA experience

Required Licensure and Certification Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts copy of the current PA 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) 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: Part time Job Requisition ID: R-57553

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.

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.