Advanced Practice Provider, Gastroenterology

Children s National Medical Center
US - District of Columbia - Washington
October 31, 2024

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider, Gastroenterology (240002GG)Description:The Advanced Practice Provider is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse anesthetists) or Physician Assistant who practices within their scope of practice as appropriate in their jurisdictional area and in accordance with their organizational Medical Staff Bylaws. The provider is responsible for the management of care to patients including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, and the assessment, implementation, and evaluation of an appropriate plan of care. Provides leadership and consultation with their respective clinical area through participation in division/department initiatives and mentorship of others. Participates in division/departmental and organization-wide initiatives to represent advanced practice and leverage the role of the advanced practice provider.Qualifications:Master's Degree or Doctoral degree as Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant from an accredited University and eligibility for medical staff credentialing. Minimum of 0 years of experience as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.Required Licenses:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in state(s) of clinical practice
Physician Assistant National board certification
CDS and DEA in state(s) of clinical practice
BLS certifiedRequired Skills/Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of clinical specialty and services.
- Demonstrates clinical leadership skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Functional Accountabilities:Clinical:
  - Assess, diagnose, monitor and promote clinical status of each patient utilizing evidenced-based practice and medical knowledge.
  - Develop appropriate plan of care.
  - Write patient care orders, prescribe therapy, and provide necessary home care orders as needed.
  - Identify significant changes in patient status using physical exam, lab values, diagnostic tests, and patient/family input.
  - Differentiates between normal and abnormal findings.
  - Perform procedures as needed after obtaining appropriate credentialing.
  - Participate in and lead multidisciplinary patient care and planning conferences.
  - Act as a clinical resource for patients, parents, and the interdisciplinary team.
  - Communicate and escalate clinical/administrative issues as appropriate.
  - Collaborate with nursing, medicine, and other members of the healthcare team to regularly ensure quality patient care.Administrative:
    - Serve as a clinical preceptor to APRN or PA students.
    - Act as a clinical resource for staff in patient care issues.
    - Provide formal/informal educational presentations to staff on areas of expertise.
    - Participate in quality improvement work for the department.Organizational Accountabilities:
      - Partner in the mission and uphold the core principles of the organization.
      - Commit to diversity and recognize the value of cultural/ethnic differences.
      - Demonstrate personal and professional integrity.
      - Maintain confidentiality at all times.Customer Service:
        Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.Teamwork/Communication:
        Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
        Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
        Be receptive to others' ideas and opinions.Performance Improvement/Problem-solving:
        Contribute to a positive work environment.
        Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
        Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
        Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.
        Use resources efficiently.
        Search for less costly ways of doing things.Safety:
        Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
        Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
        Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
        Demonstrate accurate, clear, and timely verbal and written communication.
        Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors, and co-workers.
        Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance.Primary Location:District of Columbia-WashingtonWork Locations:CN Hospital (Main Campus)111 Michigan Avenue NWWashington 20010Job:Advanced Practice ClinicianOrganization:Surgery COEJob Posting:Sep 3, 2024, 5:38:22 PM
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