Emergency APP

Emergency

APP OPPORTUNITY CRITERIA

PROFESSION Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant

SPECIALTY

Emergency Medicine

LOAN REPAYMENT

Not Specified

SALARY RANGE

Not Specified

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Full Time

BONUSES OFFERED

None

NOT-FOR-PROFIT

501(c)(3)

EMERGENCY APP OPPORTUNITY

Emergency APP Opportunity The West Virginia University Health System, the state's largest health system and largest private employer,prises 18 hospitals throughout the state and bordering states. In addition, it includes five institutes, as well as providing management services for other local hospitals through affiliate agreements. Whether you are caring for our patients at one of the critical access hospitals,munity sites, regional or academic medical centers, we are all one WVU Health System. Work Here. Thrive Here.

Additional Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) has coordination and clinical skills required for theprehensive management of emergency medicine patients, (including biological, social and psychological assessments). The APP coordinates involvement of medical/surgical specialty teams necessary to develop aprehensive plan for the patient, and reviews the plan of care with the other members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care, performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and coordinates discharge planning/follow-up (as applicable). The APP participates in the education of residents and medical/nursing students. Provide healthcare services consistent with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, w applicable. Such service may include, but are not limited to.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR

LICENSURE

Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master's Degree in Nursing. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers. Licensure or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certifications are required.

EXPERIENCE

Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR

LICENSURE

ACNP or FNP considered. American Heart Association PALS certification is encouraged.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR

LICENSURE

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required. Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required. Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine or WV Board of Osteopathic Medicine. American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and ATLS certifications are required.

EXPERIENCE

Acute care or emergency medicine experience preferred. Eligible new graduates will be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR

LICENSURE

Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred. American Heart Association PALS certification is encouraged.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. Managesprehensive and individualized care for emergency medicine patients and their families in the DEM and immediate post discharge in the ambulatory setting. Coordinates hospitalization if necessary. Completes pre-procedure evaluations. Completes integrated assessments. With the collaboration of emergency medicine faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional tests or consults as deemed appropriate. Performs andmunicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice. Consults andmunicates with DEM clinic and hospital staff regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients. Performs succinctprehensive clinical evaluations and documents findings in medical record. Facilitates patient DEM discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable). Develops aprehensive individualized plan of care for emergency medicine patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team or admission as necessary. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification. Identifies unstable orplex emergency medicine patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention in the DEM setting. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care. Evaluates emergency medicine patients and serves as a coordinator for follow up procedures and tests in the ambulatory setting or upon admission (as applicable). Assists in the collection of oue measures (as applicable). Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and themunity. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn. Updates own kledge base throughout the year. Completes all identified clinicalpetencies. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the emergency medicine patient. Provides educational programs to professional and paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise. Participates inmunity programs, distribution of literature, as appropriate in area of expertise. Documents the plan of care, interventions and evaluations in a clear and concise manner for every patient visit in the patient's medical record following approved hospital/UHA policies andpliance standards for documentation. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively achieve patient oue based improvements in care. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of changes in the emergency medicine practice that positively impact patient oues. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional support. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education. Serves as a professional role model. Promotes and practices innovation of the expanded role in the delivery of care to emergency medicine patients and families throughout the inpatient hospitalization, and the ambulatory setting. Participates and provides leadership formittees and task forces. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as appropriate. Reviews and interprets emergency medicine data from sources such as patient registries, clinical and financial reports, length of stay, access to care, and cost per case reports and rmends/implements changes as necessary. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the Principal Investigator. Assists emergency medicine Faculty, Administrators and Directors in the collection of oue measures. Other duties/projects as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy/Hard Work:

Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighting 40+ pounds.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable amodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working closely with others. Protracted or irregular hours. Working around biohazards. Working around infectious diseases. Working with or near the deceased. Working with hands in water. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Proficiency withputers. Strongmunication skills.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Exempt)

Company:

SMG System Medical Group Cost Center:

7402

SMG Emergency Department CCMC Address:

800 Garfield Ave Parkersburg West Virginia Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer andplies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline,pensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

ABOUT CAMDEN CLARK

Work Here. Live Here. Thrive Here. WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center (CCMC) is one of America's 250 Best Hospitals for clinical excellence. As themunity hospital serving a 250,000-resident area for over 125 years, CCMC maintains the leadership role as a primary source for advanced health care and wellness programs. The Camden Clark Family Community supports and services our medical providers and their families. Access to the power of WVU Medicine Level III Trauma Center Not-for-profit

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University-Size Healthcare. Small Town Vibe. Parkersburg, WV is centrally located in the Mid-Ohio Valley along the Ohio River, with easy driving distance to major metropolitan areas and international airports. Residents of the Mid-Ohio Valley participate in charitableanizations at a higher rate than anyw else in the country. Explore an area rich with outdoor activities with excellent trails for hiking and biking and eous golf courses. Parkersburg and the Mid-Ohio Valley offer the perfect mix for your ideal work/life balance. Third largest city in West Virginia 20.6% lowers that U.S. average cost of living 4-bedroom home average under $200,000 Excellent private and public schools Two hourmute to international airports World-rened ski resorts Explore 35 scenic WV State Parks Enjoy year-round scenic beauty with seasonal changes