Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner
Company: Kaiser
Location: Parker
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
UFCW Local 7 - --$56.23 - $64.15"May be entitled to
translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by
the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the
respective collective bargaining agreement for additional
information on such wage premiums:
--https://www.lmpartnership.org/local-contracts." ----Job
Summary:APN:Practices professional nursing by the performance of
both independent nursing and delegated medical functions in
accordance with accepted practice standards. Utilizes specialized
knowledge, judgment, and skills involving the application of
biological, physical, social, and behavioral science
principles.Functions include patient advocacy and the initiation
and performance of nursing care and advanced clinical skillsto
evaluate, diagnose, and treat human disease, pain, injury, physical
or mental conditions, health maintenance and promotion, supportive
and restorative care.PA:Practices medicine as delegated by andunder
the supervision of a physician in accordance with accepted practice
standards. Utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills
involving the application of biological, physical, social, and
behavioral science principles.Functions include patient advocacy
and the initiation and performance of medical care to evaluate,
diagnose, and treat human disease, pain, injury, physical or mental
conditions, health maintenance and promotion, supportive and
restorative care.Essential Responsibilities:DATA COLLECTION---
Obtains a pertinent medical history, performs an appropriate
physical examination, and reviews relevant laboratory or radiologic
(or other) studies to assess the patients medical, physical,
psychological, and relevant socio-economic status.--- Will have
full access to patient medical records and other information
pertinent to those patients under his/her care.ASSESSMENT---
Formulates an accurate and appropriate diagnosis based on elicited
data, and includes differential diagnoses as appropriate.TREATMENT
PLANNING--- Develops and implements treatment plans that are
aligned with the practice preferences of the
Collaborating/SupervisingPhysician(s) including orders for
medication and/or other treatment modalities, the need for
additional testing, consultation to other providers, and follow-up
provisions.--- Provides care with attention to safety, efficiency,
and cost effectiveness.--- Plans are appropriately prioritized and
adapted to the patient and circumstance.PROCEDURAL
CONSIDERATIONS--- Performs procedures within the limits of their
expertise and in accordance with the State Regulations and
Organizational Policies.PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING---
Educates and counsels patients and their families regarding their
treatment plan, including disease prevention and health
promotion.--- Promotes the availability of culturally-sensitive
health and resource information that is evidence-based, patient
centered, and enables informed choice.DOCUMENTATION--- Documents
all examination data, diagnostic impressions, appropriate codes,
and other patient care activities in the medical record, including
the name(s) of any consulted physicians or other providers.OTHER
TASKS--- Observes the principles and techniques of Universal
Precautions.--- Conducts telephonic and virtual encounters as
appropriate.--- Manages assigned in-basket tasks.--- Takes
necessary and appropriate actions in emergency situations.---
Performs other clinical/administrative duties as directed.VALUE
STATEMENTS--- Makes the patient the primary focus of their actions;
develops and sustains productive and compassionate patient
relationships.--- Leads the health care team by influence,
innovation, and by modeling integrated effective patient care and
exemplary service.--- Promotes and maintains a physically safe and
confidential environment for care.--- Collaborates with all members
of the health care team.--- Knows their personal limitations and
when to seek advice and/or consultation from other members of the
health care team--- Understands and acknowledges the impact of
personal values and cultural differences on the patient-provider
relationship.PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS--- Assumes responsibility
for maintaining clinical competence through participation in
continuing education and other activities.--- Maintains
professional certification and active licensure.--- Participates in
quality assurance activities including the Peer Review process.---
Participates in the training and/or mentoring of new employees,
colleagues, and students.--- Has the quality of their care
evaluated by the Collaborating/Supervising Physician(s) as
stipulated by State and/or KFHP/CPMG policies.--- Evaluates
personal performance and establishes annual goals aligned with KFHP
regional expectations.--- Maintains a working knowledge of, and
complies with relevant (Federal, State, and/or Organizational)
laws, rules, and policies; including licensure and certification.
Educates and promotes the roles of the APN/PA to patients and
members of the health care team. Basic Qualifications: Experience
Additional Requirements: - Must obtain and remain credentialed by
the Colorado Permanente Medical Group by start date. - For
positions requiring the administration of procedural sedation, ACLS
certification and procedural sedation competency required within
ninety (90) days of hire. Education
Keywords: Kaiser, Parker , Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Parker, Colorado
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