APRN/PA - Advanced Endoscopy

Davita Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant to enhance patient care in the Advanced Endoscopy team. The successful candidate will utilize their clinical expertise to perform assessments, coordinate care, and support both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring comprehensive education and follow-up for patients undergoing complex GI procedures.

Benefits

Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave

Education discount for staff and dependents

Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution

Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000

Career Training and Educational Opportunities

Merchant Discounts

Concierge prescription delivery

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent for PA.
• Three years of nursing experience required.
• Acute Care Certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical assessments and assist with care coordination.
• Manage prescriptions and answer patient inquiries.
• Coordinate logistics of procedures across various teams.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Care coordination

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Master's Education for PA

Job description

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Closing Date:

07/03/2025Type of Position:Clinical Staff - NursingJob Type:Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.

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Department:ICE | SUSL GI Clinic Mid Level

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant (APRN/PA) will be a vital member of the Advanced Endoscopy team within the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). This provider will assist physicians with clinic operations, organize patient visits, and perform clinic procedures. They will also serve as a high-level clinical extender, working both independently and collaboratively with supervising physicians to manage patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The APRN/PA will perform clinical assessments, assist with care coordination, answer MyChart and in-basket messages, respond to patient questions and phone calls, and manage prescriptions. They will conduct inpatient rounds, complete consults and follow-ups, coordinate procedures, and facilitate transitions of care. In the outpatient clinic (2 half-days per week), they will see patients pre- and post-procedure, follow up on pathology and imaging, and ensure patients receive comprehensive education and appropriate follow-up. The provider must possess a high level of clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and treat actual and potential problems in patients undergoing complex GI procedures such as EUS, ERCP, EMR, and ESD. The APRN/PA will serve as a key communicator between the care team and patients, ensuring timely, complete, and accurate information sharing.Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

APRN:

• Master's Degree in Nursing

• Three years of nursing experience

• Acute Care Certification

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas

• APRN License

PA:

• Masters Education

• PA Licensure

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

Inpatient (5 days/week):

• Round daily on inpatients who have undergone or are scheduled for advanced endoscopic procedures. * Perform and document inpatient consults and follow-up visits in coordination with the attending advanced endoscopist.

• Communicate consult findings and recommendations to the referring teams and ensure continuity of care.

• Coordinate the timing and logistics of procedures with endoscopy, radiology, anesthesia, and other teams as needed.

• Monitor lab results, imaging, and clinical status; escalate issues to the attending when necessary.

Outpatient Clinic (2 half-days/week):

• Evaluate and manage new and follow-up patients in the Advanced Endoscopy Clinic under the supervision of a physician.

• Conduct pre-procedure assessments, including review of history, medications, and surgical risk. * Review pathology and imaging results with patients and initiate appropriate next steps based on physician guidance.

• Provide education to patients and families regarding procedures, preparation, post-procedure expectations, and follow-up care.

• Facilitate smooth care transitions between outpatient and inpatient settings when necessary.

• Ensure patients are appropriately scheduled for procedures, follow-up visits, imaging, and labs.

• Provide timely responses to MyChart messages and phone calls related to the advanced endoscopy service.

• Track and follow up on pathology results, imaging studies, and specialty referrals.

• Coordinate with nursing staff, schedulers, and support services to ensure procedure instructions are received and understood by patients.

• Collaborate with the administrative team to help optimize scheduling templates and workflow efficiencies.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to advanced endoscopy (e.g., post-procedure complication tracking, patient education material development, patient satisfaction).

• Assist in developing standardized protocols for pre- and post-procedure workflows.

• Participate in case conferences, morbidity & mortality reviews, and academic discussions.

• Other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran StatusSpecial Instructions to Applicants:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact [e-mail] any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:N/AFrequent Physical Activity:Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:N/ABenefits Eligible:Yes