APP Manager (PA or Acute Care NP) - Inpatient Neurosurgery - Manhattan **$10k sign on bonus offered

APP Manager (PA or Acute Care NP) - Inpatient Neurosurgery - Manhattan

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a APP Manager (PA or Acute Care NP) - Inpatient Neurosurgery. In this role, the successful candidate provides provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive medical and surgical care using sound medical/surgical knowledge and pertinent standards of care, performance of therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures on the designated inpatient or outpatient population, assumes delegatory responsibilities assigned by supervising physician privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health. Additionally, supervises and directs a designated group of Physician Assistants (PAs) and Advanced Practice Nurses (APRNs) for purposes of optimizing patient care activities to patients while promoting a positive work environment; serves as a liaison to nursing, care management, hospital administration, and other hospital departments; takes the lead in ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Monitors PA and APRN contributions to patient outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
• Performs complete health history, physical examination and psychosocial assessment of patients within the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Documents and communicates relevant patient information comprehensively and in a timely manner.
• Orders customary laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies per practice protocols, differentiates between normal/abnormal findings and follows protocols for abnormal findings, which may include referral to consulting physicians per customary pattern of the attending MD or as delegated by supervising physician.
• Formulates the plan of care, along with the attending physician, patient and family, based on expected goals of care and length of stay.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician, consulting physician(s), and other disciplines to identify, develop, and implement an appropriate plan of care that maximizes individual patient/family preference and enhances quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
• Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
• Practices within the scope of practice of supervising physician.
• Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Educates patient and family to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
• Acts as a professional role model to all levels of staff by incorporating expertise and related experience into all aspects of patient care.
• Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in all patient care.
• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and clinical service.
• Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.
• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house staff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
• Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
• Facilitates patients throughput and efficient process during patients admission and discharge.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
• Participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Collaborates with the Director of Physician Assistant Services, and the Division Chief for Clinical Service in the recruitment, retention, and human resource management of the Physician Assistants (PAs). Facilitates their orientation and development in the position. Facilitates on-boarding and training of newly hired Physician Assistants.
• Where applicable - Functions as a facilitator and liaison for physician assistants in all matters related to collective bargaining and union issues.
• Provides leadership and develops effective team building.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to, revise and maintain clinical service related policies, standards and processes.
• Participates in setting departmental goals and objectives for patients.
• Participates in hospital-wide committees impacting the Service and its patients.
• Acts as a liaison between the clinical service and other in-patient areas to assure continuity of care.
• Guides and monitors performance and delivery of care on a daily basis, including time scheduling, assignments, and coordination of services to patients.
• Participates in performance appraisals for the PAs.
• Manages monthly schedule and work assignments including timekeeping and payroll entry of the PAs in collaboration with the Director of Physician Assistant Services.
• Collaborates with Division Chief of the department and office administrator to ensure that systems supportive of clinical care function smoothly.
• Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.
• Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
• Maintains annual CME requirement for re-appointment and privileging.
• Maintains PA board certification.
• Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health Professionals including medical and PA students
• Participates in hospital, NY State and JCAHO mandated educational programs.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
• Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
• Works collaboratively with other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure: Current New York State Physician Assistant License
• Education: Physician Assistant Bachelor's Degree (BAPA)
• Certifications: NCCPA Board Certification
  • Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Competence: At least 5 years of clinical practice in various medical, surgical and/or other specialty areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving and excellent critical thinking skills.
  • Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as member of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Ability to interface effectively with other disciplines and departments to achieve desired clinical outcomes, decrease length of stay and efficiently utilize resources.
  • Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and innovative ideas in problem solving.
  • Knowledge and experience in coordinating a group of Physician Assistants activities including scheduling, and distribution of patient assignments.
  • Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities..

Required Licenses: Physician Assistant Lic-NYS, Parasitology-general, Ntl Com Cert Physician Asst

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart