APP - Advanced Practice Provider - Stephenson Cancer Center Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

Overview

APP - Advanced Practice Provider - Stephenson Cancer Center Head & Neck Surgical Oncology

Pay Competitive

Employment type

Full-Time

• Clinical: Performs history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant and appropriate for age, gender and clinical problem. Orders appropriate diagnostic studies and correctly interprets results. Develops, implements, evaluates, and alters the plan of care as needed. Maintains accurate, complete, concise and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Patient Care: Provides patient- and family-centered care that is compassionate, appropriate and effective for promotion of health, prevention of illness and treatment of disease throughout the lifespan. Facilitates coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team. Incorporates the patient and family in care planning and treatment across settings. Considers cost-effectiveness and risk/benefit analysis. Uses evidence-based medicine to improve patient care practices.
  
  Develops, evaluates, and implements standards of care within area of specialization (policies, protocols, etc.).
• Research: Participates in research opportunities to advance the care and treatment of patients.
• Communication: Communicates and collaborates effectively with physicians, other health professionals and agencies. Counsels and educates patients and families. Serves as an advocate for patients and families in navigating the health care system.
• Activities: Participates in the education of students and other health care professionals. Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, educational opportunities, committees and work groups as necessary. Participates in quality initiative/performance activities. Promotes interdisciplinary practice and implements strategies to overcome barriers to collaboration.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of professional nursing if APRN, MSN or Master’s in Physician Assistant Services.
• Experience: 3 or more years of experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in designated specialty preferred.
• License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s)
  
  Required:
  
  Must have prescriptive authority within 6 months of hire.
• For Nurse Practitioners: Active RN and APNP license in State of Oklahoma;
  Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner by the ANCC and/or the AANP.
• For Physician Assistants: Active PA license in State of Oklahoma;
  Active Physician Assistant certification issued by the NCCPA.
• Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants must obtain the required licensure from the State of Oklahoma within 30 days after the offer of employment.
• All Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant applicants must have:
  Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire; CPR certification and Advanced Life Support certifications if relevant to practice area;
  Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

• Demonstrates knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, presentation and epidemiology of medical conditions.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise in working with patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Demonstrates proficiency in procedural skills pertinent to practice area.
• Demonstrates advanced medical/nursing clinical knowledge, communication and interdisciplinary collaboration, professionalism and systems-based practice.
• Demonstrates accountability for professional practice.
• Knowledge of pharmacologic agents, indications, contraindications, interactions and adverse reactions. Manages general medical and surgical conditions.
• Adheres to ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality, informed consent, and adverse outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; communicates effectively with patients and families.
• Uses critical thinking to synthesize and analyze data.
• Shows insight into strengths, limitations, and knowledge deficits; seeks learning opportunities and feedback.
• Promotes collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork and supports a respectful, trustful environment.
• Ability to work with…