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Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

The acute-care Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner provides direct care functions including, but not limited to history and physical exams, daily rounds, ordering medications and lab testing, discharge or home care planning as appropriate, and education of the patient and family. Knowledge necessary to perform these functions include: skills in evaluating laboratory data, EKG and CXR interpretation; skills in assessing, planning and implementing a plan of care for specific patients and families, while collaborating with nursing staff, physicians and ancillary staff, practice protocols as designated in agreement with supervising/collaborating physician.

Mission Statement:

· We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

· To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

· In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

· Nurse Practitioner: Current New York State RN license; experience in pertinent areas of nursing practice; graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program; Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred; National certification as Nurse Practitioner or active pursuit within one year.

· Physician Assistant: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program, Master’s Degree preferred; National certification as Physician Assistant or eligible; current New York State PA license or eligible.

· DEA eligible

· Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise as applicable, including but not limited to:

§ Acute Care Medicine

§ Emergency Medicine

§ Family/Primary Care Medicine

§ Critical Care Medicine

Work Environment and Hazards:

· Clinical setting – Exposure Class I

Physical Demands:

· Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.

Work Contact Group:

· All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By:

· Medical Director/Supervising and Collaborating Physician.

Supervises:

N/A

Career Path:

N/A

Revised: May 2019

General Performance Criteria: Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

General Performance Criteria Expectations

Exceeds Meets Below

Accumulates and documents a comprehensive health history from

patient, family and other accessible sources.

Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Demonstrates use of advanced physical assessment skills.

Provides and documents a comprehensive physical examination.

Demonstrates knowledge of routine laboratory data.

Identifies patient problem and communicates with physician in a

timely manner.

Functions as a patient/family advocate while meeting hospital

responsibilities.

Maintains patient/family confidentiality.

Knows and demonstrates limits of practice.

Demonstrates clear communication skills while dealing with staff,

physicians and colleagues.

Make age appropriate assessments of patient needs and/or problems.

Interacts with patient in an appropriate manner, sensitive to his/her

stages of human development.

Actively participates in development of practice guidelines, hospital

committees, and interacts with other staff members as appropriate.

Provides formal and/or informal in-services to nursing staff as

appropriate.

Participates in active patient teaching relevant to patient’s

concerns/diagnoses including but not limited to preventative health

maintenance issues.

Understands and conceptualized the role of the Nurse Practitioner

while demonstrating an ability to inform the public and hospital staff

regarding the role.

Acts as a liaison between patient, hospital staff, physician, and

between nursing staff and physician.

Exhibits a commitment to teamwork.

Adheres to hospital confidentiality statement.

Researcher

Participates in Performance Improvement and Monitoring.

Applies current concepts and findings from research and/or studies to

practice

Pay Range: $117-$145K

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran