Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant: Outpatient Nephrology/HTN Center

Stanford Health Care; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health care institution as an Advanced Practice Provider in the Nephrology division. This exciting role involves providing comprehensive care to patients with nephrology and hypertension needs, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and contributing to the growth of the HTN Center of Excellence. With a supportive work environment alongside experienced physicians and other APPs, you'll have opportunities for professional development and continuous education. If you're passionate about patient-centered care and looking for a fulfilling career, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant preferred.
• Strong commitment to patient-centered care and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care to patients with nephrology and hypertension needs.
• Manage return patients in clinic and via telehealth independently.

Skills

Nephrology experience

Internal Medicine knowledge

Chronic disease management

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate of an accredited PA program

Job description

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Day - 10 Hour (United States of America)

Position Overview:

Stanford's Division of Nephrology is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Outpatient Nephrology/Hypertension (HTN) Clinic team. The providers at Stanford's Division of Nephrology see patients across the bay area for care in general nephrology, as well as for subspecialty needs like kidney transplant, glomerular disease, hypertension, stone, peritoneal and home hemodialysis. This particular APP position is to help grow the HTN Center of Excellence within the nephrology division.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide comprehensive care to patients with nephrology and hypertension needs.
2. Manage return patients in clinic and via telehealth independently.
3. Work a 4-day week, 10-hour days, seeing up to 12 patients per day.
4. Allocate time for indirect patient care after clinic hours.
5. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications:

1. Prior experience in Nephrology, Internal Medicine, or chronic disease management as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) is preferred.
2. Strong clinical and communication skills.
3. Commitment to patient-centered care and continuous improvement.

Benefits:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
3. Supportive and collaborative work environment working alongside 4 physicians and 3 other APPs.

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

Overview

The Physician Assistant (PA) functions under this Physician Assistant Job Description approved by the Interdisciplinary Practice Committee (IDPC). Specific functions are established by the PA and supervising physician(s), and approved by the appropriate medical and nursing administrators, the IDPC, the Credentials & Privileges Committee, the Stanford Hospital and Clinics (SHC) Medical Executive Committee, and the SHC Board Credentials, Policies and Procedures Committee.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluating and treating patients with acute, chronic complaints, and health maintenance concerns related to the specialty.
• Obtaining complete histories and performing physical exams.
• Performing or requesting diagnostic studies.
• Administering medications according to protocols.
• Ordering and collecting specimens for tests.
• Ordering therapies and procedures.
• Performing designated procedures after competency demonstration.
• Obtaining informed consent.
• Arranging hospital admissions/discharges.
• Participating in IRB-approved investigational studies.
• Assisting in the operating room after training.
• Performing surgical procedures in the presence of the supervising physician.
• Recognizing age-specific needs.
• Communicating effectively with diverse populations.
• Recognizing situations requiring immediate physician attention.
• Coordinating inpatient and outpatient care.
• Ensuring compliance with policies and participating in quality initiatives.
• Providing patient education and counseling.

Educational Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
2. Graduate of an accredited PA program.

Licenses and Certifications:

• PA State Licensure.
• BLS.
• DEA registration.

Core Principles:

All employees are expected to adhere to Stanford Health Care's commitment to providing an exceptional patient and family experience, following the C-I-CARE standards, and embracing diversity and equal opportunity policies.

Compensation:

Base pay generally starts at $86.41 - $114.50 per hour. Final salary will depend on various factors including experience, education, and training.