Certified NP​/PA - Vascular Surgery SMS-- Springfield & Decatur

Description

The Certified Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant is a member of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the evaluation and treatment of patients with vascular disease. They act as a clinician, coordinator, consultant, educator, leader and researcher.

• A. Demonstrates commitment to the mission and behavioral standards of SIU School of Medicine.
• B. Coordinates delivery of care in the vascular surgery clinic with physicians and other health‑care professionals.
• C. Assesses and documents the needs of patients and family members using physical assessment skills.
• D. Participates in planning, developing, organizing and evaluating the Vascular Surgery programs for continuity of care.
• E. Develops, implements and reviews medical and nursing protocols for vascular surgery patients from referring institutions.
• F. Participates in interpreting assessment data to determine actual or potential problems.
• G. Assists in formulating plans of care with physicians and other health‑care professionals; plans, implements, and evaluates nursing intentions based on assessed needs.
• H. Facilitates continuity of care through referrals of patients and contacts referring physicians via phone and follow‑up letters.
• I. Acts as a patient and family advocate using the nursing process and problem‑solving techniques.
• J. Rounds on hospitalized patients to assure transition of care between hospital, home and outpatient settings.
• K. Responds appropriately in emergency situations.
• L. Reports risk management situations using the hospital notification system.
• M. Performs minor procedures in the clinic as instructed by the surgeon.
• N. Acts as primary or secondary SIU Vascular call person for all vascular consults at Springfield Memorial Hospital, Saint John’s Hospital, and Decatur Memorial Hospital.

• A. Provides patient and family education on diagnosis, treatment, protocols and diagnostic testing in vascular surgery.
• B. Teaches patients and family members about necessary post‑op care.
• C. Develops, reviews and evaluates patient educational material related to vascular disease.
• D. Participates in professional educational activities related to vascular surgery patients.

• A. Applies a scientific process to advance care for patients.
• B. Enrolls and maintains patients on research protocols related to health and prevention with physicians and data manager.
• C. Initiates and participates in nursing and interdisciplinary research through appropriate committees.
• D. Publishes approved research findings with nursing and other colleagues.

• A. Initiates and participates in development of patient care standards and policies via appropriate committees.
• B. As team member, participates in strategic direction for the Division of Vascular Surgery.
• C. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for professional status.
• D. Promotes positive interpersonal relationships and effective communication.
• E. Recognizes and utilizes change agent opportunities by recommending and introducing practice innovations.
• F. Applies total quality management to plan and implement change.
• G. Acts as consultant to nurses and other team members regarding complex patient problems.
• H. Provides telephone consultation to potential clients and health professionals about current vascular surgical protocols.

• Certified Nurse Practitioner:

• Physician Assistant‑Certified:

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