What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid Level Practioner (Nurse Practitioner/Physician's Assistant) - Neurosurgery position at Neurosurgery - UTMB Health Careers?
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s Degree with NP or PA Certification. Current license or valid permit to practice in the state of Texas.
Job Summary:
Performs responsible clinical care in collaboration with the unit physician and under approved protocols, manages the medical aspects of care in the observation, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, care and counsel, and health teachings of persons who are ill, injured or infirm or experiencing changes in normal health processes; and in the promotion and maintenance of health of prevention of illness in a clinical setting.
***Preferred Qualifications:
- At least one year of experience working in a Neurosurgery program
- Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP
Job Duties:
- Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration
- Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health
- Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient
- Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases
- Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
- Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments
- Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status
- Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes
- Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team
- Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team
- Adheres to internal controls established for department, all requirements for continued licensure, periodic evaluations, and actively seeks input for identifying actions to improve performance and practice outcomes. Preferred Qualifications
- At least one year of experience working in a Neurosurgery program
- Highly prefer candidates that have experience with spine center exposure and
- Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP
SUPERVISOR
Dr. Peter Kan
Professor, Department Chair
Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
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