We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join ourObservation Internal Medicine team at Ahuja Medical Center. The APP will cover and manage inpatient and observation patients from admission through discharge. This position will work 12 hour Night shifts, rotating weekends/holidays. Advanced Practice Provider, internal medicine or observation experience is strongly preferred. New grads welcome to apply for consideration!

Position Summary:

· Performs patient assessment and assigns diagnosis based on recorded assessment data and current scientific and current research.
· Establishes plan of care and implements interventions in accordance with care paths, protocols, and standards of care and current research.
· Collaborates w/other health care providers in an interdisciplinary approach to provide care to the patient and family.
· Order and perform routine diagnostic procedures
· Develop and implement treatment plans
· Monitor the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
· Contributes to the educational development of staff, patients, family and self.
· Demonstrates progressive leadership and effective management.
· Provides education through role modeling and in-services to meet identified learning needs and to promote professionalism.
· Advances own professional development through self-directed learning, continuing education and participation in peer review.
· Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers.
· Initiates and maintains positive relationships with co-workers.
· Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
· Displays commitment to the mission of the hospital and its values

Position Requirements:
Demonstrated competence as a practitionerEffective oral and written communication skillsA variety of technical patient care devices specific to the clinical areaComputers and selected office equipment
Experience and Knowledge:
Demonstrated leadership skillsDemonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships Education/Expertise:
Nurse Practitioner:Nursing Doctorate or Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis on clinical practice.-or-Physician Assistant:Completion of a formal Physician Assistant training from an accredited program with NCCPA certification. Required Credentials, Licensure or Certification (i.e. RN, RRT):
Nurse Practitioner:BLS required; ACLS preferredCurrent Registered Nurse license to practice in Ohio.Current APRN license to practice in Ohio.-or-Physician Assistant:BLS required; ACLS preferredNCCPA-Certified.DEA license