APP Manager (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - CTICU - MUSCP

Job Summary The APP Manager (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is a valued member of the intensive care team who has coordination and clinical skills required for the comprehensive management of critical care medicine patients. Through relationships in an interprofessional culture that supports all members of the healthcare team, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will demonstrate specialized skills in the care of patients and families undergoing operative and other invasive procedures. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant coordinates involvement of medical/surgical specialty teams, practicing in a collaborative environment necessary to develop a comprehensive plan for the patient. Reviews the plan of care with the other members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care. The provider will work with the team to ensure adherence to protocol requirements and regulatory guidelines contributing to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, and leadership to the organization and profession. They will perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures; peri-procedural services, and coordinate discharge planning to next level of care (as applicable). Responsibilities Upholds MUSC core values including excellent collaboration skills, professional standards of behavior, and executive presence. Nurse Practitioner Manager or Physician Assistant Manager partners with Department/Practice Area physician and administrative leadership, ICCE, and the APP Best Practice Center. Attend all Department/Faculty/Staff meetings when necessary and communicate appropriate updates to APPs and meets with their highest physician leader, administrator, and APP Best Practice Center. Develop and implement any new initiatives involving APPs in conjunction with the APP Best Practice Center. Participate in candidate interviews and new hire orientation. Assist in facilitating the development, support, and management of the APRN/PA group within the department. Develop staffing systems which respond effectively and quickly to changes in patient volume, acuity or service demands. Lead department/division/practice area APP meetings monthly (training with APP Best Practice Center). Manage MUSC/External student APP requests and coordinate schedule/primary preceptors. Minimum Required Education and Experience 1 year experience within current role (internal MUSC only). Required Licenses / Certifications / Registrations Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required. Equal Employment Opportunity MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: #J-18808-Ljbffr