Advance Practice Nurse -Specialty - PRN, Oncall - Endocrinology

Job Summary

May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums.

Practices professional nursing by performing independent nursing and delegated medical functions in accordance with accepted practice standards. Utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills involving the application of biological, physical, social, and behavioral science principles. Functions include patient advocacy and the initiation and performance of nursing care and advanced clinical skills to evaluate, diagnose, and treat human disease, pain, injury, physical or mental conditions, health maintenance and promotion, supportive and restorative care.

Specialties included under this job description:
Emergency Room, Cardiology, Neurology, Endocrinology, Psychiatric Mental Health, Urogynecology, Oncology, and Rheumatology.

• DATA COLLECTION:
  Obtains a pertinent medical history, performs an appropriate physical examination, and reviews relevant laboratory or radiologic studies to assess the patient’s medical, physical, psychological, and socio‑economic status.
• Will have full access to patient medical records and other information pertinent to those patients under his/her care.
• ASSESSMENT:
  Formulates an accurate and appropriate diagnosis based on elicited data, including differential diagnoses as appropriate.
• TREATMENT PLANNING:
  Develops and implements treatment plans aligned with the practice preferences of the collaborating physician(s), including orders for medication and/or other treatment modalities, the need for additional testing, consultation to other providers, and follow‑up provisions.
• Provides care with attention to safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Plans are appropriately prioritized and adapted to the patient and circumstance.
• PROCEDURAL CONSIDERATIONS:
  Performs procedures within the limits of expertise and in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
• Patient Education and Counseling:
  Educates and counsels patients and families regarding their treatment plan, disease prevention, and health promotion.
• Promotes culturally sensitive health and resource information that is evidence‑based, patient‑centered, and enables informed choice.
• DOCUMENTATION:
  Documents all examination data, diagnostic impressions, appropriate codes, and other patient care activities in the medical record, including the name(s) of consulted physicians or other providers.
• Conducts telephonic and virtual encounters as appropriate.
• Manages assigned inbox tasks.
• Takes necessary and appropriate actions in emergency situations.
• Performs other clinical/administrative duties as directed.

• Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competence through participation in continuing education and other activities.
• Maintains professional certification and active licensure.
• Participates in the training and/or mentoring of new employees, colleagues, and students.
• Participates in quality assurance activities including the peer review process.
• Has quality of care evaluated by the collaborating physician(s) as stipulated by state and/or KFHP/CPMG policies.
• Evaluates personal performance and establishes annual goals aligned with KFHP regional expectations.
• Maintains a working knowledge of, and complies with, relevant federal, state, and/or organizational laws, rules, and policies, including licensure and certification.
• Educates and promotes the roles of the APN/PA to patients and members of the health care team.

• 1‑2 years diabetes management experience required. Endocrinology experience preferred.
• Masters Degree in Nursing.
• Graduation from an accredited graduate nursing program approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.
• APN Prescriptive Authority Certification (Colorado) required at hire or APN Prescriptive Authority Certification – Provisional (Colorado) required at hire.
• Advanced Practice Nurse Registration (Colorado).
• Registered Nurse License (Colorado).
• National Provider Identifier required at hire.
• Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire.
• Drug Enforcement Administration Registration required at hire.
• CDE/CDCES Certification required within 24 months.

• For positions requiring the administration of procedural sedation, ACLS certification and procedural sedation competency required within 90 days of hire.