Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary The WPPA Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing primary care services, including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating and educating patients. Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care. May specialize in a specific type of clinical care, e.g., pediatrics, geriatrics. Essential Functions and Responsibilities 1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors. 2. Conducts patient rounds as necessary. Formulates and implements a therapeutic plan of care with physicians and staff. Writes in progress notes. 3. Assesses daily plan of care and recommends actions in collaboration with the patient’s physician. 4. Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing. Maintains contact with the ancillary testing areas for follow up. 5. Performs regular medication reviews for patients and modifies orders as necessary. 6. Recommends appropriate consults as needed. 7. Communicates with patient/family regarding plan of care and discharge plan. 8. Interacts with third party insurers regarding plan of care and continued stay. 9. Participates as needed in finalizing a safe discharge plan. Completes all required documentation. 10. Assists staff in moving patient along clinical pathway. 11. Serves as a resource to the discharge planning staff. 12. Inpatient rounding – assist physicians with pre-op and post-op patient assessments. 13. Assist physicians as requested with appropriate surgical procedures. 14. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Education & Experience Requirements Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited school. Current NYS license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse. Current NYS certification as a Nurse Practitioner (either Adult/Geriatric). Maintains a current collaborative practice agreement. BCLS certification required. ACLS certification required as of 6/1/21 for NPs/PAs in Center for Advanced Medicine & Surgery (CAMS) & Cancer Center Minimum two years’ experience in an acute care setting. Core Competencies Ability to act in a professional capacity and serve as a professional role model Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written and work with others Ability to concentrate on fine details with constant interruptions Perform multiple duties in a high volume area Ability to deal professionally and efficiently with all levels of management and external constituencies Self-starter, self-motivated and ability to work without supervision Flexible, organized and able to set priorities Demonstrates team work and adaptability Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment Ability to perform computer work for extensive periods of time Occasionally move and/or transport of 15 to 20 pounds Requires movement about the department frequently throughout the day Ability to remain in stationary position for extended periods of time Ability to respond to frequent phone calls Primary Population Served All populations The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). #J-18808-Ljbffr