Advanced Practice Provider, Digestive Care (inpatient)

Job Description

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner program or accredited Physician Assistant program.

Experience:

None

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

• Licensed as a Physician Assistant OR currently licensed as an APRN in the state of MN and current MN RN license
• Current APP certification as Physician's Assistant OR current APRN Specialty Certification

• For PA, must be approved by Minnesota Board of Medical Practice for prescription writing privileges

• Current BLS
• Current DEA certification

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must maintain CME requirements
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to communicate with patients and family members
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, including multitasking and prioritization
• Ability to perform as part of a team
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with peers, students, and other health care personnel
• Ability to work dependently and independently
• Ability to manage multiple simultaneous tasks and prioritizes appropriately
• Ability to navigate an electronic medical record to obtain information and document care

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

None

Experience:

1-year experience as a NP or PA, preferably in Digestive Care

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

None

POSITIONSUMMARY STATEMENT:

RegionsDigestive Care is staffed by Advanced Practice Providers who arededicated to clinic and hospital service, as well as GI physicianswho have varying clinic rotations along with their procedural, andhospital schedules. GI Advanced Practice Providers manage a fullpatient caseload and are trusted experts in this specialized field.They provide new patient assessment for patients with liver andgeneral GI disease; ongoing chronic disease management for thispatient population; and between-visit partnership with patients inthe management of their disease. These providers are an integral partof the GI team and the patient care they provide is foundational andessential in caring for the HealthPartners patient population with GIand liver disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND TASKS:

Percentage

Of Time:

1.

Obtains history and examines patient

20%

1. Reviews patient's records.

1. Discusses patient problem with patient.

1. Performs examination.

1. Documents in patient record.

2.

Orders appropriate labs and follow-up care

10%

1. Documents orders in patient record.

1. Notifies appropriate personnel to carry out orders.

3.

Discusses with and instructs patient and family members regarding treatment and follow-up.

20%

1. Documents in patient record.

1. Provides written instructions to patients (patient education).

4.

Communicates and follows up with patients in between clinic visits.

10%

1. Reviews lab and test results.

1. Makes recommendations for treatment next steps and modifications.

1. May include Scheduled Telephone Visits.

5.

Interacts with other healthcare professionals.

10%

1. Obtains pertinent patient information.

1. Obtains consults.

1. Provides feedback or instructions.

6.

Completes all required paperwork in a timely fashion.

10%

1. Maintains and review patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.

1. Posts tests and examination results.

7.

Collaborates and coordinates with other health professionals.

5%

1. Makes and accepts referrals to/from, consults with, cooperates with and refers to all other types of healthcare providers, including primary and specialty care physicians, nurse practitioners and other allied personnel.

1. Discriminates between situations requiring independent management, collaborative management with physician or further referral.

1. Collaborates with physicians when unusual incidents or changes in patient condition occur.

1. Coordinates care involving other healthcare providers.

1. Functions as mentor/resource and educator for other healthcare team and staff.

8.

Coordinates flow of Inpatient Service.

5%

1. Reviews daily patient lists.

1. Prioritizes consultations and rounding schedule according to established parameters.

1. Develops and reviews work plan for the day with rounding physician partner.

1. Communicates regularly with partner Inpatient APP to coordinate consult services and to balance workloads.

1. Assists in the assignment of residents and students as necessary.

9.

Discusses and develops diagnosis and treatment plan with staff gastroenterologist.

5%

1. Assesses and completes H&P on new consults as selected/assigned.

1. Orders diagnostic testing as indicated.

1. Evaluates treatment for assigned patients and communicates information to physician partner.

1. Designs follow-up plan for patients to be seen in the clinic when discharged from the hospital.

1. Documents assessment, treatment, evaluation, and follow-up plan in the electronic medical record.

10.

Discusses with and instructs patient/family members regarding treatment and follow-up.

5%

1. Interacts with patients and family members to involve them in the plan of care.

1. Educates patient/family members regarding diagnosis and treatment and documents this in the electronic medical record.

1. Prescribes medications as indicated.

ORGANIZATIONALEXPECTATIONS:

Values

Allteam members are expected to demonstrate our values:

Excellence: We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.

Compassion: We care and show empathy and respect for each person.

Partnership: We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.

Integrity: We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

Weare committed to living our values. That means our patients andfamilies can expect certain things from each of us:

Theycan expect us to be their partner and treat them with dignity andrespect. They can expect us to listen carefully and give good, timelyinformation. They can expect us to do our best to provide affordable,coordinated, high quality care and services that are easy to find andsimple to use. They can expect safe, clean spaces. And they canexpect that we will do our very best to earn their trust by beingopen and honest, and keeping our word.

AdditionalExpectations:

• Complies with safety instructions, observe safe work practices, provides input on safety issues and promotes a safe work environment.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance

• Protects confidentiality
• Demonstrates participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Timely completion of all mandatory education and organizational requirements (i.e. licensure/certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, annual training, etc.)

POPULATIONSPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

X Yes

No

Does this employee have direct patient contact?

If"Yes," departments will need to determine the appropriatecompetencies in their areas for their specific patient populations.

Examples of items that can beincluded are:
• Identifiesexpected outcomes for a plan individualized to the patient orsituation specific to the needs of the population served.
• Communicateseffectively with patients, families and team members.
• Integratespractices that supports patient safety, acknowledges variations inpopulations served.
• Anticipatesthe needs of the population served as well as the uniquecharacteristics of the communities served.
• Anticipatesthe needs of the population in providing cultural responsive care anddevelops an individualized plan for patients and families.

LEADERSHIPRESPONSIBILITIES:

Pleasedescribe the degree to which the position directs the work of othersor coordinates workflow of a clinic, department or functional area. If applicable, indicate the number of people and the titles for whichthis position directly and/or indirectly directs the work of othersor coordinates workflow.

None

PHYSICALREQUIREMENTS:

Pleaselist any physical requirements necessaryto the performance of this job (e.g. lifting, carrying, stretching,sitting or standing for long periods of time). Please specifydetails such as number of pounds expected to lift, number of hoursmust be on feet, etc.

Standsand walks up to 90% of shift while delivering patient care andtreatment activities. Bends, reaches, twists and stoops frequentlywhile performing these same activities. Performs seated or standingwork at a computer screen up to 50% of shift. Uses hands and fingersdaily while using equipment, performing treatments and keyboarding.Pushing and/or pulling may be required when transporting patients andequipment, performing CPR, or when intervening with patients. Lowlevel work can occur when performing CPR or wheelchair footrestadjustments.

ENVIRONMENTALCONDITIONS:

Pleaselist unusual environmental conditions, if any (e.g. extremely crampedquarters, noise, fumes, gases, extreme heat/cold, etc.).

Exposureto bodily fluids, communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizingradiation, medicinal preparations, and other conditions common to aclinic environment.

EQUIPMENT:

Pleaselist the equipment used in this position.

Medicaldictation equipment, computer, telephone, miscellaneous medicalequipment.

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