Advanced Practice Provider - FT - Cardiology - Topeka - Inpatient/Outpatient

Schedule :

Full time - 36 hours / week or greater

Shift :

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Weekly Work Schedule :

M-F, 8-5

Job Information

Exemption Status : Exempt

A Brief Overview

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for the management and documentation of the medical plan of care prescribed for the patient based on plan adopted jointly by the APP and the supervising physician / medical director.

Billing and quality management activities may be part of the responsibilities.

The Advanced Practice Provider managed the care of the patients in the following areas :

• Cardiology Office assesses patients; orders appropriate tests; refers to interventional cardiology and electrophysiology as appropriate
• Cardiology Inpatient- assess patients and orders appropriate tests and medications; works in conjunction with the physician to help maintain or improve a patient's quality of life.

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 in cardiovascular patient care. 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.

Required proficiency)

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency)

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Required proficiency)

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.

Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.

Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and / or boards of directors.

Required proficiency)

Demonstrates transparent and truthful interactions to their patients, coworkers, healthcare team or leadership. Notifies leadership of any situations that may negatively impact patient care or Stormont Vail such as but not limited to harassment, conflict of interests, fraud or secondary employment.

Required proficiency)

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
• Additional certification may be required in certain patient care settings or populations. The department director will provide specific information and the time frame in which such certification may be attained at the time of hire / transfer into department.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - ACLS Required within 4 months of hire.
• DEA registration number is required in Manhattan.

What you will do

Ensures that care delivered to patients is provided according to the Stormont Vail Health mission, strategic plans, and all internal / external regulations, policies, and procedures.

Practices within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act / Kansas Board of Healing Arts and within the guidelines of management protocols.

Supports the established care models of Stormont Vail Health. Has prescriptive authority per Kansas Nurse Practice Act / Kansas Board of Healing Arts and Stormont Vail Health protocols.

• Understands the pathophysiology and treatment of cardiovascular disease, electrophysiology, interventional cardiology, structural heart and is able to apply this understanding when assessing and treating a patient.
• Plan, implement, manage, and evaluate care for the cardiac inpatients according to protocols or guidelines adopted jointly by the APP and the collaborating physician or within the Nurse Practice Act / Physician Assistant Practice Act.

Adjusts patient’s plan of care under the direction of the collaborating physician and approved written protocols.

Identifies patient / SO learning needs and implements appropriate measures to meet these needs. Educate patients and documents cardiovascular risk modification education.

Participates in community education / outreach activities.

• Assesses the patient and orders appropriate tests and medications; confirms with physician as appropriate. Assess normal / abnormal findings from the history physical exam, laboratory reports, and other diagnostic tests.
• Performs efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocol.
• Has a strong understanding of billing and reimbursement related to the management of patients and generates daily charges consistent with documentation when appropriate.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary care teams to provide communication of patient’s plan of care and outcomes as well as health issues not related to cardiovascular health as appropriate.
• Participate in scheduled outreach mobile nuclear and clinic days as determined by strategic need.
• Complete preoperative evaluations.
• Completes hospital rounding and documentation in a through and accurate manner, according to the Medical Staff Rules and Regulations.
• Provide routine hospital coverage on weekends per predetermined schedule.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health

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

Hybrid

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
• No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

• Balancing : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Carrying : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Climbing (Ladders) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Climbing (Stairs) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crawling : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Crouching : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Automatic) : Rarely less than 1 hour
• Driving (Standard) : 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 : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Kneeling : Rarely less than 1 hour
• 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) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs
• Reaching (Overhead) : Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs
• Repetitive Motions : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Sitting : Occasionally 1-3 Hours
• Standing : Frequently 3-5 Hours
• Stooping : Occasionally 1-3 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.