CRNP (ACNP), Staff or Senior - Magee-Womens Surgical Associates

Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)University of Pittsburgh Physicians is hiring a Full-Time Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care) to help support UPMC Magee-Womens Surgical Associates.Hours: Five 8-hour shifts, no on-call or weekends!Location: UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, with travel to our offices in Cranberry and MonroevillePosition Specifics: The NP will mostly participate in the post-operative management 1-3 years after surgical care. This includes providing follow up diagnostic testing, education and support as part of the survivorship program. In addition, the NP may be asked to assist in OR and provide care / coordination within the perioperative space.Department Details: Magee women's surgical associates Breast Surgical Oncology - is a department of 10 surgeons practicing at Magee as well in community locations. We offer comprehensive evaluation, treatment, and collaboration with specialists to provide high-quality care to our patients.What Can You Bring to UPMC?Contribute to UPMC's mission of Life Changing MedicineSet the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery teamProvide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through the application of independent judgment, communication, and collaboration with all team members.Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians, other health care providers, patients, and their families, to achieve desired patient outcomes throughout the continuum of care.Demonstrate a commitment to the community and to your health care professionWhat Can UPMC Do for You?A career path that provides you with the right experience to be successful in the position you want to obtain now and, in the futureHealth and welfare benefits like medical, vision, dental, and life and disability, and an exceptional retirement programWork life balance to help manage other important aspects of your life such as: PTO, wellness programs, paid parental leaveCompetitive pay for the work that you do – base pay, merit, and premium paySign-on Bonus available if applicableResponsibilities:Applies basic professional practice knowledge and skills appropriate for practice setting. Communicates effectively, both verbally and in documentation. Demonstrates critical thinking in all areas of professional practice. Learns to incorporate acceptable standards of professional practice as well as business unit and health system's goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction. Formulates a plan of care that considers individual patient needs. Demonstrates initiative and seeks formal and informal opportunities to improve clinical practice. Seeks guidance and asks questions to continuously improve professional practice. Builds relationships with patients, families, and colleagues. Identifies ethical situations within patient care or within the workplace and seeks assistance. Professionally accepts assignments that gradually increase patient load and complexity.Actively engages in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team. Requests opportunities to learn advanced professional practice techniques from senior healthcare team members. Seeks, accepts, and utilizes performance feedback from peers, preceptors, and unit/department Leaders as a learning opportunity and to improve practice. Demonstrates enthusiasm for continuous learning and identifies and creates a plan for the continuation of learning and development. Identifies patient and family needs for education and provides basic education to support the episode of care. Seeks professional development and involvement through membership in a professional organization and/or reading professional literature on a regular basis.Demonstrates a basic knowledge of research, how it affects practice and who/what resources are available to assist with evidence-based practice by asking questions, demonstrating interest, participating in journal clubs. Clinical practice demonstrates knowledge of how quality and innovation impacts patient satisfaction, safety, and clinical quality outcomes. Identifies opportunities for improvement in the clinical area.Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Begins to demonstrate awareness of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.Demonstrates accountability for professional development that improves the quality of professional practice and the quality of patient care. Makes recommendations for the improvement of clinical care and the health of the workplace and welcomes and participates in change initiatives. Leads by investing and building healthy relationships among colleagues and other disciplines. Shows the ability to set priorities. Begins to serve as an engaged member of a team supporting colleagues in service to patients and families and may participate in task forces or other initiatives.Special Skills and Abilities RequiredAbility to establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with executives, managers, physicians, non-physician providers, ancillary and support staff, other departments, and patients/familiesAbility to work productively and effectively within a complex environmentHandle multiple/changing priorities and specialized equipmentCritical thinking, analytical and problem-solving abilities required as related to various aspects of patient careGood clinical judgmentCritical thinking skills necessary to exercise and lead others in application of acceptable standards of practiceMobility and visual manual dexterityPhysical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patientsThis position is dependent upon successful attainment and maintenance of hospital privileges, if applicable to the Business Unit practice.Licensure, Education, Certifications, and ClearancesCertified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP):The successful completion of an approved nurse practitioner program is requiredBSN, MSN is preferredProfessional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience is preferredCurrent state RN license and CRNP certification are requiredNational certification, eligible for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing, eligible for certification as a CRNP by Pennsylvania state board of nursingCurrent CPR certification is requiredAct 33 Clearance will be requiredAct 73 Clearance will be requiredAct 34 Clearance requiredSenior LevelMinimum 3 years of experience or Completion of a post-graduate residencyThe successful completion of an approved Nurse Practitioner or a graduate of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the physician assistant (ARC-PA) program is requiredBSN, MSN preferred for CRNP, BS or MS preferred for PACompletion of National CertificationMust achieve a Solid/Strong/Good performance rating or higher on annual performance evaluation for consideration and to maintain status annuallyCompletion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion into the position.Must have department chair approval for promotionACLS or ITLS or NALS or PALS or ACLS or other certifications listed must meet AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.OAPP: If practicing in an outpatient or other non-inpatient setting, APPs can use one of the certifications above or use a business unit approved certification which is relevant, and value added to the practice setting.UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran