Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Acute Care Surgery
Company: Uab Medicine - Ua Health Services Foundation (uahs
Location: Birmingham
Posted on: May 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Advanced Practice Provider - UAB Acute Care Surgery Services
($20k Annual PM Stipend)The following APPs may be considered for
this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician
AssistantWork schedule: Full-time, benefited12 hr - PM shift:
5pm-5am14-16 shifts per monthWeekends and holidays required-PM
Premium Pay: Base salary plus $20,000.00 PM stipend (paid out
monthly - $1,666.67). After completing department orientation, the
monthly PM stipend is added.-Full-time benefited APPs receive an
annual $2,000.00 CME allowance. This can be used for
recertification, fees, CMEs, etc. that occur after a new employee's
start date.The Advanced Practice Provider with the UAB Acute Care
Surgery Team will work with the entire multidisciplinary team to
provide critical care for the patients in the Surgical Intensive
Care Unit and ICU patients boarding in the PACU. This will include
daily assessments, documentation, developing plan of care,
ventilator and coordination of critically ill patients.Position
Summary:To provide medical care and treatment within established
scope of practice to acute care services and emergency medicine
patients as assigned by and under the direction of the
collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of
Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board
Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of
Medical Examiners Administrative Code). The collaborating physician
shall be available for direct communication for consultation and
referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician
who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the
same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate
plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to
meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate
health care education for patient, family and other health care
providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examinations
and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patients
medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the
physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. To
coordinate and participate in performance improvement
activities.Key Duties & Responsibilities:1. Based on thorough
physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and
implementscomprehensive patient care plans focused on prevention,
diagnosis and comprehensive treatmentof disease. Plans include
patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and
diagnostic testing, and therapies.2. Ensures complete documentation
of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.3.
Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the
patient.4. Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory
agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or
participate in performance and quality improvement activities.5.
May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a
patient advocate and a liaisonbetween the patient and other health
care providers.6. Provides assistance in orientation and/or
training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provideseducational
information by conducting workshops, in-service training and
distributing appropriatematerials for patients and staff.7. Serves
as the expert clinical resource to the clinical staff and patients
in the area of specialty.8. Provides a safe environment for
patients and others.9. Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward
continued professional growth.10. Performs other duties as
assigned.Position Requirements:Minimum Requirements:Master's degree
in Nursing with an Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
certification or graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant
program required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education
requirement.Licenses/Certifications/Registrations:Currently
certified as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with Certified
Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Specialty by the Alabama Board
of Nursing or licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Alabama
Board of Medical Examiners with certification as a Physician
Assistant (PA-C) by the National Commission on Certification of
Physician Assistants required. Certified in Basic Life Support
(BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or
should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the
unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American
Heart Association (AHA) may be required.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Knowledge of procedures, protocols, information and techniques
needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, disease and
deformities Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools
and programs Written and verbal communication skills Interpersonal
skills Ability to be self-directed/self-motivated Ability to
multi-task Ability to problem-solve Ability to work as part of a
team as well as independently Ability to maintain patient
confidentialityDisclaimerPlease Note: The duties and
responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and
additional tasks may be assigned to the employee as necessitated by
business demands. This job description does not constitute a
contract of employment or otherwise limit UABs employment-at-will
rights at any time. Employees are expected to comply with all UAB
policies and procedures during their employment.UA Health Services
Foundation (UAHSF) is proud to be an AA/EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled
employer.by Jobble
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