Advanced Practice Provider - FT - Topeka - Bariatric Surgery - M-F, no call

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

The Bariatric Surgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is an APRN or PA who provides advanced patient care in collaboration with the surgeons following established standards and practices. This particular position is to support the bariatric surgery program. The majority of the care will be provided in the clinic setting but may also include some inpatient post-surgical management and first assisting in the operating room. Care will be provided based on educational preparation and / or certification in the practitioner role to a specific patient population.

The APP assumes the management of patients, functioning in both an independent and collaborative role with the surgeon and other members of the care team. The APP performs select procedures, designs individualized treatment plans, evaluates outcomes, and modifies the treatment plan as needed in accordance with established management protocols and regulating bodies. The APP facilitates the transition of patients between service units and provides / coordinates complex patient and family teaching.

The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont-Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared 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.

Experience Qualifications

Experience with bariatric surgery patient population. Preferred

Experience with general surgery patient population. Preferred

Surgical first assist experience. Preferred

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

Demonstrates and maintains expertise in the performance of selected procedures as specified by management protocols

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to effectively present information in spoken and written format.

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and specialty specific journals

Exhibits professionalism by assisting with educating others and demonstrating leadership in practice

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

Basic Life Support - BLS RQI or other certifications may be required in lieu of or in addition to BLS depending on department. Must have within 90 days of hire.

What you will do

Work closely with surgeons in providing patient care throughout the bariatric surgery care continuum (clinic, inpatient, operating room) by performing consultation, evaluation, and provisional management.

Design and evaluate individualized treatment plans, collaborate with the consulting / ancillary services, and coordinate care including consultation, admission, transfers, and discharges. Consult with members of the health care team for emergency problems to expedite resolution / disposition.

Review and interpret laboratory / radiologic studies and vital signs. Analyze data to identify health / illness problems, the human responses to actual or potential health / illness problems, variations from the norm in diagnosis, emergent problems, and complications. Intervene as appropriate in collaboration with the bariatric surgery service team.

Provide documentation of services provided in compliance with established medical records, medical staff, and billing procedures. This may include history and physical, consultation, progress notes, procedures, discharge summaries, or other necessary documentation.

Exercise initiative, problem solving, decision making. Demonstrate a dedication to lifelong learning and personal growth in knowledge and medical skills.

Develop proficiency in performing thorough history and physical examinations, collection of information necessary to identify appropriate bariatric surgery candidates.

Maintain prescriptive authority to include scheduled medications according to regulating bodies and SVH protocols.

Manage bariatric surgery concerns in the clinic and inpatient units, provide consultation to nursing or members of the health care team.

Perform or assist with surgical procedures in the clinic setting, operating room, or other designated locations. Tasks include assisting in providing exposure by retraction or suctioning, handling tissue, providing hemostasis, suturing, and using instruments to include laparoscopic camera operation.

Ensure that care delivered to patients supports the established care models and is provided according to the Stormont-Vail Health mission, strategic plans, and all internal / external regulations, policies, and procedures. Practice within guidelines of management protocols and according to the regulating bodies.

Assists in the development of research based clinical care protocols, guidelines, and pathways for bariatric surgery patients. Facilitates changes in clinical practice based upon document research. Monitors and analyzes outcomes based on research driven practice change. Assists staff nurses in participating in research and incorporating the findings into their practice.

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

On-Site; No Remote

Scope

No Supervisory Responsibility

No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

Balancing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Carrying : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Climbing (Stairs) : Rarely less than 1 hour

Crouching : 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 : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Kneeling : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Lifting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Operate Foot Controls : Rarely less than 1 hour

Pulling : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Pushing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Reaching (Forward) : Frequently 3-5 Hours

Reaching (Overhead) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Repetitive Motions : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Sitting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Standing : Frequently 3-5 Hours

Talking : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Walking : Frequently 3-5 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 : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Noise / Sounds : Occasionally 1-3 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 : Occasionally 1-3 Hours

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.