Nurse Practitioner - Otolaryngology

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 97,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Metro transit U-Pass

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition assistance for you and family

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner for our ENT ambulatory surgical clinic in Saint Louis, MO. The NP will provide direct patient care across rhinology, laryngology, and neurotology with physician oversight as required.

The role offers ten-hour days, no on-call, no weekends or holidays, and opportunities for grand rounds and lectures while working with experts in the field. WashU provides strong benefits and professional growth.

Qualifications

• APN licensure or ability to obtain licensure within three months of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• APN licensure in IL/MO where applicable per regulation.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, history, exam, orders and interpretive studies.
• Develops patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians and staff.
• Maintains accurate medical records and supports quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Clinical diagnostics

Disease management

Epic EHR

Patient care

Patient education

HIPAA compliance

Interpersonal communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

MSN - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

LocationSAINT LOUIS, MO 63110Scheduled Hours40Position SummaryIf you are an experienced Nurse Practitioner who is looking for a challenging, yet rewarding position, consider joining our growing ENT team here at WashU School of Medicine. This ambulatory surgical clinic position offers exposure to a wide variety of otolaryngology specialty services such as rhinology, laryngology, and neurotology. Educational opportunities include grand rounds, lectures, and working alongside experts in these fields.WashU offers an excellent benefit package, and this position includes zero on-call hours, no weekends or holidays, and within our department, an alternative schedule is available in the form of ten-hour workdays.Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation and functions within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practitioner’s specialty certification, Barnes-Jewish Hospital medical by-laws, and, where it exists, the collaborative practice agreement.Job DescriptionPrimary Duties & Responsibilities:Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.Working Conditions:Job Location/Working ConditionsNormal office environmentExposure to blood-borne pathogensExposure to chemicalsRequires protective devicesDust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elementsPatient care settingDirect patient care settingPhysical EffortTypically sitting at desk or tableTypically standing or walkingTypically bending, crouching, stoopingUsing tools requiring high dexterityOccasional lifting (25 lbs or less)EquipmentOffice equipmentLab/research equipmentClinical/diagnostic equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.Required QualificationsEducation:M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse PractitionerCertifications /Professional Licenses :The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional RegistrationWork Experience:No specific work experience is required for this position.Skills:Not ApplicableDriver's License:A driver's license is not required for this position.More About This JobRequired Qualifications:APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).Preferred QualificationsEducation:No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Certifications /Professional Licenses :No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Work Experience:No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.Skills:Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time ManagementGradeS31Salary Range$97,000.00 - $174,600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.QuestionsFor frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ .AccommodationIf you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment ScreeningAll external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits StatementPersonalUp to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.WellnessWellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!FamilyWe offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/EEO StatementWashington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.