Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant - CCU - Royal Oak

Overview

Under the general guidance of the Medical Director, the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (APP) will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following written guidelines approved by the department. The APP provides direct patient care services for complex critically ill cardiac and heart failure patients in the CCU, collaborating under the supervision of cardiologists and the Medical Director of the CCU.

• Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.
• Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow‑up.
• Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow‑up studies, therapeutic measures, and post‑discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols.
• Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings.
• Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care.
• Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests.
• Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician.
• Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed.
• Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement.
• Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client.
• Dictates follow‑up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan.
• Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g., screening, risk assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self‑breast exam).
• Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes.
• Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care.
• Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care.
• Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patients.
• Provides on‑call coverage.
• Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician's evaluation.

• Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling.
• Employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services.
• Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans.
• Relocation assistance.
• Savings and retirement plans, disability insurance, identity theft protection and even home and auto insurance.
• Free onsite parking at all campuses.

• Master's Degree in Nursing or a Master's in Physician Assistant studies.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in a Critical Care or Cardiology setting (preferred).

• State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant license required.
• AHA/ARC BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Royal Oak Hospital – 3601 W 13 Mile Rd – Royal Oak

Full time

Rotating shifts; 40 weekly scheduled hours; days vary; weekend frequency variable.

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