Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant - Transplant Stepdown

Job Overview

This position is a collaborative outpatient clinic role under the supervision of the Medical Director or an approved staff physician. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating medical and nursing care, providing primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education, and discharge planning.

• Utilize the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
• Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the age group of patients served.
• Maintain an attitude of inquiry toward medical practices and patient care outcomes; may develop research methodology.
• Provide education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, appropriate introduction, and tailored communication.
• Perform other related duties as required.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in nursing;
  Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.
• Work Experience:
  
  None required;
  Preferred 3 years of related experience.
• Certifications:
  
  Current Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN);
  Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner – ANCC or AANPCP Certified;
  Physician Assistant – licensed in state of practice, NCCPA Certified;
  Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS);
  Prescriptive Authority as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners or Nursing.

• Computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to the role, and keyboard use.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
• Reliable transportation, able to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call availability).

The role requires medium physical work, including lifting 20 to 50 pounds occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and occasional tasks requiring more force. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods, stoop, bend, reach, and grab with arms and hands. Duties involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and communicable diseases. Occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or waste may occur.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.