What are the responsibilities and job description for the APRN/PA - Arkansas Children's Northwest position at University of Arkansas for Medical Science?
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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply link/button.
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Department:COM | General Surgery Peds 2 NWA
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APRN:
Graduate from an accredited nursing program with at least a Master's in Nursing plus three (3) years of pediatric nursing experience.
Current Arkansas RN License.
National Certification in Acute Care Pediatrics.
Must be eligible for a prescriptive authority certificate.
PA:
Graduate from an accredited physician assistant program defined by the Arkansas State Medical Board, plus three (3) years of experience with pediatric patients.
Current Arkansas Physician Assistant license.
Must be eligible for a prescriptive authority certificate.
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Responsibilities:
Daily management of pediatric patients across all surgical subspecialties: primarily pediatric surgery, orthopedics, and otolaryngology.
Provide comprehensive care of inpatients throughout their hospital course, respond to consult requests from other inpatient services and from the emergency department, and participate as an active member of the trauma team, including resuscitation and subsequent management.
Plan and prescribe treatment according to approved protocols.
Perform assessments/diagnosis/treatment of actual/potential problems with pediatric patients.
Coordinate with inpatient, OR, and Emergency Departments to facilitate flow and efficiency of patient care.
Coordinate follow-up care as well as educate patients and families on diagnosis and treatment plan.
Collaborate with other medical and surgical specialties within the Arkansas Children's System and in the region to provide the most appropriate care for patients in the facility and across the medical system.
Participates in surgery conferences as indicated based on role; Instructs medical learners at multiple levels (nurses, medical students, residents, physician assistants as appropriate).
Presents clinical cases to members of the research and surgical teams.
Participates in surgical/trauma education and outreach to the local and regional medical community.
Participates in quality improvement activities (i.e.,collecting data, suggesting and implementing approved changes, and measuring outcomes) and the development of strategies to improve patient care delivery and cost effectiveness.
Utilizes research to discover, examine, and evaluate knowledge, theories, and creative approaches to health care practice; Critically evaluates existing practice in light of current research findings.
Identifies research questions.
Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, publication, education, and/or consultation.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Recruitment Contact Information:
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UAMS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans and is committed to excellence. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (501) 686-6432 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Salary : $50,000
