Advanced Practice Provider - Fellow (H)

Core Job Summary Advanced Practice Provider (APP)–Fellow provides specialized training in the management of assigned specialty patients in a variety of settings to ensure optimal quality of care and to gain necessary skill sets to develop and strengthen proficiencies within the clinical setting while learning to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team of healthcare providers. The APP-Fellow performs patient assessment to include medical history and physical exam in collaboration with the physician/preceptor, develops an appropriate plan of care in the direct management of patients with acute and chronic illnesses, displays competencies with preceptor and collaborating physicians, works directly with staff, administration, patients, and families to ensure quality care across the continuum, integrates current knowledge of professional issues, trends in health care, and technological advances into scope of practice, and participates in the collection of research data, quality improvement, discharge planning, and coordination of patient care within the acute care areas. Core Job Functions Provides care to a select group of patients by determining and rendering advanced nursing and medical interventions. Assesses patients by interviewing and examining the patient, reviewing the patient’s medical history, physician’s diagnosis and orders, diagnostic test results (labs, x‑ray, MRI, etc.) to determine medical diagnosis, plan of care, and monitor patient’s progress. Reviews medical records including physician/consultation notes, labs, and diagnostic test results to formulate medical diagnoses. Collaborates with physician and preceptors through discussion and assessment of diagnoses to develop a plan of care and identifies expected outcomes, including interventions. Documents and coordinates plan of care. Provides patient/family education regarding disease processes, treatment options, treatment outcomes, possible complications, medications, discharge planning, and lifestyle modification. Integrates current knowledge of professional issues, trends in health care, and technological advances into scope of practice. Collaborates with team members to ensure implementation of plan and employs physician orders per protocols. Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care. Evaluates the patient’s progress in attaining expected outcomes by following up with collaborating physician. Collaborates with members of the education department and units’ leadership team in planning educational opportunities and competency evaluation for nursing staff members. Conducts or participates in multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for patients. Able to progress from observer to independently practicing APP with the guidance of their preceptor/physician collaborator. Prioritizes time to be able to manage clinical rotations, study time, and fellowship requirements. Cross covers units/clinics independently when directed by Director, Fellowship Program and preceptor input on readiness. Research / Quality Improvement Initiates and/or participates in unit and/or hospital research activities, utilizes research findings and nursing theories in clinical practice, promotes evidence/knowledge-based nursing practice, collects data for patient and program evaluation and participates in quality assessment and improvement activities. Authors or contributes to an article for publication in a professional journal or book. Professional Development Participates in 360° peer review process. Submits annual protocols, revision to state nursing and medical boards. Maintains national certification. Specialty certification upon completion of fellowship if applicable. Complete all competencies and training specified for all APPs working at UHealth. Encouraged to attend to one national conference. Presentation of clinical case studies at completion of each clinical specialty rotation. Attendance to weekly educational grand rounds, disease specific team meetings, and educational sessions provided by department of Nursing and Advanced Practice. Supervision Received Reports to collaborating physicians during clinical rotations and AP Mentor (assigned), and reports directly to leader. Meets periodically with the Director, Fellowship Program. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. Fellowship Program Requirements Completed an oral presentation on the topic of their choice. Attempts to submit an article for publication. Initiates and completes a quality improvement project in collaboration with department/unit leaders. Sits for specialty certification if applicable to their area of specialty and licensure. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. Core Qualifications Education Master’s degree in relevant field. Certification and Licensing Valid State of Florida APRN/PA License; BLS/ACLS Certifications. Experience No experience required. Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff #J-18808-Ljbffr