Primary Location: South Hospital - ULP - CMG Address: 1903 W. Hebron Lane Shepherdsville, KY 40165 Shift: Varied (United States of America) Job Description Summary: The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides assessment, management and outcome evaluation for patients in inpatient and outpatient settings. The APRN serves as a resource to educate patients, families, professional nurses, and staff; functions as a liaison between patient, family and UofL Physicians staff; and participates in clinical research. The APRN should demonstrate an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation. Job Description: The UofL Health Department of Emergency Medicine is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our emergency medicine team at UofL Health South Hospital. Position Highlights Primarily evening shifts No mandatory overtime Collaborative, physician-supported practice environment Opportunity to care for a diverse patient population in a growing community hospital Experience Previous Emergency Medicine experience is required. Position Summary The Emergency Department APP provides comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients presenting with acute and emergent medical conditions. This role requires strong clinical judgment, the ability to perform emergency procedures, and excellent communication skills to educate patients and their families. APPs work collaboratively with emergency physicians while also practicing independently in the Fast Track when appropriate. Success in this role requires flexibility, critical thinking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination and diagnostic studies for both inpatient and outpatient services. Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up. Manage specialty clinic Writes prescriptions for medication, blood tests, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies and therapeutic measures. Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care. Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests. Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician. Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement. Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the patient. Participates in multidisciplinary conference and ensures appropriate, quality care. Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment. Assist with admissions. Works both collaboratively and independently. Maintains oversight of survivorship program and survivorship clinic. Shares clinical expertise with professional and supportive personnel. Documents and reports care in an accurate, timely manner. Works effectively with others. Collaborates with other health disciplines to ensure continuity and quality of care. Promotes evidenced-based nursing practice/research by participating in clinical research and leading efforts in scientific inquiry. Varied schedule Mutually agreed upon call schedule Assist in the Operation Room when necessary Maintains professional certification in specialty area; attends and participates in national, regional, and/or local educational conferences. Other duties as assigned. maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times Performs other duties as assigned Education: Master of Nursing degree from an accredited institution. Licensure: Current licensure in state of Kentucky as an APRN. Certification: National certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Current DEA certificate without restriction Current BLS Must be ACLS Certified Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities critical to this role: Demonstrates the ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate individual patient care appropriate to the age of patients served by demonstrative knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. Communicates appropriately with the person served regardless of their age. Initiative, communicator, problem solver Proactive - anticipates and plans for problems before they arise Service Excellence – responsive, informs constituents of process, pleasant to work with, educates and provides timely, accurate information Organized – manages time effectively, keeps tasks appropriately prioritized Flexible – ability to change directions as needed for the good of the department or organization Critical Thinking – ability to think through issues and identify appropriate options Work Ethic – motivated, diligent, industrious and persistent in the workplace, stays on tasks to completion, works at a fast pace to ensure optimal efficiency Maintains a professional appearance at all times. Interpersonal – can build effective, strong working relationships with employees, colleagues, management, consultants, and media through trust, communication, and credibility Team – ability to work with others, serve others, help others, lead others, mentor others, take directions from others in the interest of moving process and programs forward to the desired outcome. Emotional Intelligence – ability to not take issues personal, see the big picture in emotionally charged situations and respond in a mature, professional, composed manner Self-Awareness – ability to reflect, understand limitations, and seek appropriate assistance and guidance Judgment – exercises discretion and due diligence when making decisions and recommendations Quality – is able to perform work in a neat, efficient, well-coordinated, well communicated manner with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism Presentation – can speak in front of people to deliver necessary material or messaging Language Ability: Must be able to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats. Reasoning Ability: Able to critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, evidence-based practice. Able to assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills. Computer Skills: What computer skills are required for this job? What computer skills are preferred? Are there any specialized programs that the candidate must be able to use? Additional Responsibilities: Demonstrates a commitment to service, organization values and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor at all times Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times Adheres to organizational and department specific safety standards and guidelines Works collaboratively and supports efforts of team members Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff and the broader health care community At UofL Health, we expect all our employees to live the values of honesty, integrity and compassion and demonstrate these values in their interactions with others and as they deliver excellent patient care by: Honoring and caring for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit Ensuring the highest quality of care for those we serve Working together as a team to achieve our goals Improving continuously by listening, and asking for and responding to feedback Seeking new and better ways to meet the needs of those we serve Using our resources wisely Understanding how each of our roles contributes to the success of UofL Health Additional Job Description: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. With more than 14,000 team members – physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care. Please login into Workday and search for Job Hub.

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