ED PRN APP

The University of Kansas Health System; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver ED care and coordinate treatments in collaboration with physicians. You will assess patients, order and monitor interventions, and document outcomes in line with regulatory and quality standards.

Required NP or PA degrees with active licenses and BLS/ACLS/PALS; prior APRN/PA experience preferred. This is a part-time position with opportunities to contribute to patient education and care

Qualifications

• Appropriate licensure for NP or PA practice in KS/MO as applicable.
• ACLS, BLS and PALS certifications within required timelines.
• Experience in APRN or PA roles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate ED patients and request specialty consultations as indicated.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and medications.
• Document evaluations, diagnoses, procedures and referrals per standards.
• Coordinate care with ED team, physician, and quality processes.

Skills

Clinical evaluation

Documentation

Care coordination

Patient education

Education

MSN-NP or DNP-NP

PA degree (MS度/MPA)

Job description

Position Summary / Career Interest:

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Emergency Department (ED) manages health problems and coordinates health care in the ED setting. These APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals, families and groups 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 patients who present to the ED and appropriately requests consultation of 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. 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 ED 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 Degree Nursing in Nurse Practitioner Studies OR Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Practitioner Studies OR Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant OR Preferred Education and Experience Previous APRN or PA experience.

Required Licensure and Certification

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA) within 60 Days Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations). OR Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts for State of Kansas and Missouri (depending on practice locations). OR Advanced practice certification required. APRNs may obtain within one year of date of hire; Specific certification may be required depending on specialty.

Preferred Licensure and Certification

Specialty certification

Time Type: Part time

Job Requisition ID: R-58135

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].

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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.