PRN Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Walk-in Clinics

Overview Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work, and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization Wmson Primary Care N Providers Job Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team and is service aligned, managing a defined patient population in the outpatient setting. This role emphasizes general, episodic, and preventive care while delivering patient-centered services. A strong foundation in evidence-based practice and education is essential, as the APP ensures adherence to clinical pathways, protocols, and fosters an environment of safe, high-quality care. The provider will demonstrate advanced medical knowledge, clinical and technical proficiency, sound clinical judgment, effective professional communication, and timely, compliant documentation. Additionally, the provider actively engages in professional development, competency validation, and contributes to the continuous improvement of patient care standards. Walk-in Clinics - Outpatient - Various Locations Position Hours: PRN (As Needed) Key Responsibilities Obtains and documents a health history; performs and documents complete, system-focused, or symptom-specific physical examination, assessment and plan of care. In collaboration, provides healthcare services for primary, acute and complex care of patients and manages patients' overall care, identifying expected outcomes for diagnoses. Orders, performs, interprets and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. Forms differential diagnoses and treats acute and chronic conditions. Prescribes therapeutic interventions for pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments needed to achieve expected outcomes. Utilizes evidence-based, approved practice protocols in planning and implementing care. Initiates appropriate referrals and consultations. Provides specialty-specific consultation services upon request and within scope of practice. Facilitates the patient's transition between and within health care settings. The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. Technical Capabilities Health Systems and Policy Management (Advanced): Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency in behaviors that reflect a commitment to continuous professional development, ethical practice, an understanding and a responsible attitude toward patients, profession and society. Participates in professional organizations and activities that influence advanced practice. Patient and Family Centered Care (Advanced): Demonstrates compassionate, appropriate and effective care for health promotion, prevention of illness, treatment of disease and end-of-life care. Manages patients within scope of licensure and certification. Documents findings, assessment and plan of care clearly. Clinical Knowledge and Practice (Advanced): Demonstrates biomedical, clinical and social sciences knowledge applicable to patient care and education of others. Maintains current evidence-based knowledge through continuous learning and educates patients, families, students and healthcare team members. Practice-Based Scholarly Inquiry and Integration (Advanced): Demonstrates use of scientific evidence to investigate and improve patient care practices; integrates knowledge from humanities and sciences within nursing science. Interpersonal and Communication Skills (Advanced): Demonstrates communication skills to establish professional relationships and convey knowledge effectively. Professionalism (Advanced): Demonstrates commitment to professional development, ethical practice, and participation in committees and organizations. Our Nursing Philosophy We believe highly skilled nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center's mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well-being. As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered: Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options Dental and /or vision plan 403 (b) retirement plan Paid Time off (flex PTO) Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied) Short-Long term disability Subsidized backup childcare And many more. Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program! Acheive the Remarkable Learn more about VUMC Nursing Core Accountabilities Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others by investing time and energy in learning and helping others improve performance and gain knowledge. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Adapts communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services: Serves others with compassion and solves complex problems; offers meaningful advice and support. Ensuring High Quality: Performs excellent work, pursues continuous improvement, and fulfills safety and regulatory requirements. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates accountability, manages resources, and makes data-driven decisions. Fostering Innovation: Generates new ideas and applies technology; adapts to change. Position Qualifications Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Licensed Nurse Practitioner - Tennessee, LIC-Physician\'s Assistant Certified - Tennessee, LIC-Registered Nurse - Tennessee Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year Education: Master\'s This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth. Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. #J-18808-Ljbffr