Advanced Practitioner Specialty-NP or PA

Specialty Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Specialty Practice Nurse Practitioner Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the sponsoring physician, the Specialty Practice Advanced Practitioner assists in coordinating and providing care to patients along the continuum of hospitalization to the outpatient setting. This position works in a non-primary care/specialty area and may have some exposure to the operating room.

For Positions in SLD Heart & Vascular: Primary Heathcare Provider in the Heart Failure Outpatient Clinic: Under the direct supervision of the sponsoring physician and in collaboration with the Department of Cardiology, the nurse practitioner will establish and clinical manage an Outpatient Heart Failure Clinic at Roper Hospital.

Minimum Qualifications :

Education: Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner (NP) program accredited by an appropriate agency recognized by the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners (SCSBME).

Experience: Experience as a NP in a specialty practice or hospital setting preferred .

For Positions in SLD Heart & Vascular - Experience : Strongly prefer at least five years nursing experience in Cardiology as an Advanced Practitioner, working under the direction/supervision of Cardiology. Demonstrated successful experience in managing a Heart Failure clinic is preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of South Carolina. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. Other certifications may be required depending on the location of the position.

Primary Source Verification: - http://www.llr.state.sc.us/

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledgeable in basic patient care, as well as scope and responsibility of an Advanced Practitioner. Knowledge of the practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional on-going patient care. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, hospital, medical staff and the public. Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

For Positions in SLD Heart & Vascular : Thorough knowledge of current evidence-based practice and standards of care for Heart Failure patients and related pharmacology. Broad clinical knowledge, excellent patient assessment skills and problem-solving ability are foundational. Knowledge of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches to managing symptom distress in the chronically ill CHF patient is required.

Other: This position relies on the supervising physician to be available for consultation, provide advice and assume care of patients who have conditions that place them outside the scope of practice. This position must b e able to utilize, understand and physically operate clinical equipment as well as office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, etc. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations. Empathy in communication with families. Able to communicate accurately and positively with other health professionals. Good interpersonal skills required. Ability to perform arithmetic calculations with accuracy. Ability to establish priorities and apply common sense approach to patient care.

Contacts: Must have ability to deal with and successfully interact with patients, families, visitors and physicians. Must work productively and diplomatically with hospital staff and other employees, representing the program and the organization in the most positive light.

Specialty Practice Physician Assistant Job Summary:

Job Summary:

Under the supervision of the sponsoring physician, the Specialty Practice Advanced Practitioner assists in coordinating and providing care to patients along the continuum of hospitalization to the outpatient setting. This position works in a non-primary care/specialty area and may have some exposure to the operating room.

For Positions in SLD Heart and Vascular: Primary responsibility: Primary Heathcare Provider in the Heart Failure Outpatient Clinic. Under the direct supervision of the sponsoring physician and in collaboration with the Department of Cardiology, the nurse practitioner will establish and clinical manage an Outpatient Heart Failure Clinic at Roper Hospital

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of a Physician Assistant (PA) program accredited by an appropriate agency recognized by the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners (SCSBME).

Experience: Experience as a PA in a specialty practice or hospital setting preferred.

For Positions in SLD Heart and Vascular - Experience: Strongly prefer at least five years nursing experience in Cardiology as an Advanced Practitioner, working under the direction/supervision of Cardiology. Demonstrated successful experience in managing a Heart Failure clinic is preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Must be licensed and/or certified by appropriate agencies as required by state law. Must be licensed by SCSBME. Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card. Other certifications may be required depending on the location of the position.

Primary Source Verification: - http://www.llr.state.sc.us/

Knowledge/Skills: Knowledgeable in basic patient care, as well as scope and responsibility of an Advanced Practitioner. Knowledge of the practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional on-going patient care. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, hospital, medical staff and the public. Ability to analyze situations and apply critical thinking. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Other: This position relies on the supervising physician to be available for consultation, provide advice and assume care of patients who have conditions that place them outside the scope of practice. This position must be able to utilize, understand and physically operate clinical equipment as well as office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, etc. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations. Empathy in communication with families. Able to communicate accurately and positively with other health professionals. Good interpersonal skills required. Ability to perform arithmetic calculations with accuracy. Ability to establish priorities and apply common sense approach to patient care.

Contacts: Must have ability to deal with and successfully interact with patients, families, visitors and physicians. Must work productively and diplomatically with hospital staff and other employees, representing the program and the organization in the most positive light.