Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Nutritional Science

Scheduled Hours 40

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation. The Division of Obesity and Nutritional Science, a world class institute with a history of cutting-edge research, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support and conduct clinical research studies focused on diet, nutrition, and disease prevention. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in working with study participants in a clinical research setting. Research participants are seen Monday through Friday in a clinical setting. Our collaborative, team-oriented environment provides strong support and encourages professional growth.

Job Description: Primary

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition. Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning disease management, complication prevention, disease prevention, and quality of life improvement measures, and outcome management activities. Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc. Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards. Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations. Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education. Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards. Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops. Complete study procedures as needed (for example- place arterial lines, complete fat biopsies, and more as needed) Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Exposure to blood-borne pathogens Exposure to chemicals Requires protective devices Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements Patient care setting Direct patient care setting Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table Typically standing or walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping Using tools requiring high dexterity Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less) Equipment Office equipment Lab/research equipment Clinical/diagnostic equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Master's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role. Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

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• License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job We are seeking a dedicated NP or PA to join our team.
• Below are additional requirements and information based on each role:
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• Qualifications: Nurse Practitioner Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program. Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire). Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty. Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements). Physician Assistant Graduate of PA program. Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire. Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty. Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of clinical NP experience in an inpatient, outpatient, or procedural setting. Demonstrated experience providing patient education and counseling related to procedures, medications, lifestyle, or disease management. Prior experience in clinical research, including working with study protocols, informed consent, and regulatory requirements (e.g., IRB, GCP). Strong skills in clinical documentation and use of electronic medical records and research data capture systems (REDCap). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with participants from diverse backgrounds. Strong attention to detail and adherence to protocols, with a high level of reliability and professionalism. Ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team and manage multiple concurrent studies or participants.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's degree - Nurse Practitioner, Master's degree - Physician Assistant Studies Certifications/Professional Licenses: Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

• Adaptability, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management Grade S31 Salary Range $93,300.00 - $167,800.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
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