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ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER - Diabetes Support Services - FT

Stormont Vail Health

#BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Nurse Practitioner #Physician Assistant #Endocrinology #Clinical Protocols #Patient Facing #APRN #Medical Staff Guidelines #KSBHA

Full Time Hybrid 2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Location

Topeka, Kansas

Quick overview

The provider is responsible for managing a group of patients within Diabetes Support Services, conducting consultations, and developing medical plans of care. Key duties include performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and prescribing medications under the direction of a supervising physician.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited PA/APRN program with valid licensure and national certification. Basic Life Support (BLS) is required, and ACLS is preferred.

professional certificatepostgraduate degreeCase ManagementPatient AssessmentPatient EducationPrescribing MedicationPatient SafetyDiagnostic TestingNursing ProcessClinical CollaborationMedical DocumentationPhysical ExaminationDiabetes CareMedical Plan Management

Job description

Position Status

Full time
Shift: First Shift (Days -
Less than 12 hours per shift) (United
States of
America)
Hours per week: 40
Job
Information
Exemption
Status: Exempt A Brief Overview Assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients through the therapeutic use of self, the nursing process, the environment/instrumentation, and other health care team members. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Professional governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Education Qualifications Must be a graduate of an accredited PA/APRN program. Meets educational preparation or other qualifications within specified time frames as determined/outlined by specific department policy. Skills and Abilities All APRN incumbents are required to maintain Registered Nurse competencies as designated by Federal and State organizations and as outlined in SVH policy. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness and sensitivity to rights of patient/significant other, as identified within the institution. Demonstrates awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency) Demonstrates awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and departmental functioning. Strives to manage situation in a manner, which minimizes risk to the patient and the institution. (Required proficiency) Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Willingness to learn necessary computer skills. (Required proficiency) Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. (Required proficiency) Ability to perform mathematical calculations related to medication administration and equipment calibration. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Nurse - KSBN Must have valid APRN licensure. Be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. Required or Physician Assistant (PA) - KSBHA Required Additional certification may be required in certain patient care settings or populations. The department director will provide specific information and the time frame in which such certification may be attained at the time of hire/transfer into department. Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days. RQI, CPR or ACLS certifications may be required in lieu of or in addition to BLS depending on department. ACLS preferred. What you will do Request for service is by consultation and patients will be rounded on in accordance with Medical Staff rules and regulations. Receive consultations as assigned. Assess normal and abnormal findings from the history, physical examination, laboratory reports and other diagnostic tests. Manage the medical plan of care as related to the consultation, based on protocols adopted jointly by the advanced registered nurse practitioner and the supervising physician(s) and within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act under the direction of the supervising physician(s). Collaborate with the patient and members of the health care team to provide for ongoing health care and/or referral of the patient. Prescribe prescription only drugs following written protocol as allowed by Kansas Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with K.A.R.60-11-104a. In no case shall the scope of authority of the advance registered nurse practitioner exceed the prescribing authority of the supervising physician. Abide by Medical Staff guidelines for patient care, appointment, reappointment, and licensure requirements. Perform all functions defined by basic nursing practice. Perform and record history and physical exam as related to the requested consultation. Order appropriate laboratory and other diagnostic tests and procedures. Compile and record data, complete progress notes in a timely fashion as required by Medical Staff policy. Develop individualized teaching plans and determine education deficits. Provide discharge instructions and referral if necessary upon discharge. Serve as a reference for nursing and medical staff. Support nursing staff by providing continuing education when possible. Constantly contribute to a high level of customer satisfaction. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability Hybrid Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget
Responsibility
No
Budget
Responsibility
Physical
Demands
Balancing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Carrying:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Climbing (Ladders):
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Climbing (Stairs):
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Crawling:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Crouching:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Driving (Automatic):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Eye/Hand/Foot
Coordination:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Feeling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Grasping (Fine
Motor):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Grasping (Gross
Hand):
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Handling:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Hearing:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Kneeling:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Lifting:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 50 lbs
Operate
Foot
Controls:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Pulling:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 25 lbs
Pushing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Forward):
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 25 lbs
Reaching (Overhead):
Occasionally 1-3
Hours up to 25 lbs
Repetitive
Motions:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Sitting:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Standing:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Stooping:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Talking:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Walking:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Working
Conditions
Burn:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Chemical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Combative
Patients:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Dusts:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Electrical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Explosive:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Extreme
Temperatures:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Infectious
Diseases:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Mechanical:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Needle
Stick:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Noise/Sounds:
Frequently 3-5
Hours
Other
Atmospheric
Conditions:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Poor
Ventilation,
Fumes and/or
Gases:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Radiant
Energy:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Risk of
Exposure to
Blood and
Body
Fluids:
Occasionally 1-3
Hours
Risk of
Exposure to
Hazardous
Drugs:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Hazards (other):
Rarely less than 1 hour
Vibration:
Rarely less than 1 hour
Wet and/or
Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications. Email your resume and cover letter to the applicable team below. We'll review your experience to see if there may be a fit with other current or upcoming opportunities.

Nursing

nursingcareers@stormontvail.org
Allied
Health: alliedhealth@stormontvail.org
Ancillary: ancillary@stormontvail.org Interested in working in Healthcare but don't know where to start?
Reach out to our
Career
Counselor,
Morgan
Ray via email: morgan.ray@stormontvail.org Stormont Vail Health is a nonprofit integrated health system that has been serving the health care needs of Kansas for more than 130 years. Stormont Vail has been recognized as a Magnet® organization since 2009 by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. It is composed of Stormont Vail Hospital, a 586-bed acute care hospital, and Cotton O’Neil Clinic, a multi-specialty physician group with more than 500 providers, which includes more than 250 physicians. Nearly 5,300 employees provide care and support services for patients in the hospital and 35 other locations, including the Cotton O’Neil Heart Center, Cancer Center, Diabetes & Endocrinology Center, Digestive Health Center, Pediatrics clinics and 10 regional primary care clinics. Stormont Vail Health is committed to its mission of improving the health of the community by being a national leader in providing compassionate, high quality and efficient integrated care through collaboration that results in a healthier community.