Adv Practice Provider I- Neonatal (NRP)
Dallas, TX
| Employer: | Parkland Health & Hospital System |
| Category: | Nurse |
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Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our passion. Primary Purpose Responsible for providing health care for patients in designated primary or specialty areas, including patient diagnoses, treatment, education, and referrals. Serves as a resource and role model for clinical practice, training, evaluation, and direct management of practitioners and students in all areas encompassed by the service line to ensure optimal patient care quality. Assist leadership in assessing, planning, organizing, and implementing designated advanced practice provider activities. Minimum Specifications Education - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN): Master's Degree in Nursing accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for - Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program recognized by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or its predecessors. Experience: - None Equivalent Education and/or Experience: - Current employees hired at Parkland before 3/1/2014 may have equivalent education and experience. Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have a current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of the following:
- Must meet and maintain licensing and registration requirements as delineated by the Medical Staff Bylaws, Medical Staff Rules and Regulations, and Credentialing Policies/Procedures. - Current certification in the Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) must be attained within 90 days of being hired and maintained throughout employment. - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: (Nurse Practitioner) Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing or valid Compact RN license. Current licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with authorization to practice as a Family, Pediatric, Neonatal, Psychiatric Mental Health, or Women's Health Nurse Practitioner. Must have active certification as a Nurse Practitioner by one of the following: - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC or PPCNP) by the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) or ANCC - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (PNP-AC) by PNCB - Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) by NCC OR Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHCNP) by National Certification Corporation. - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Midwife): Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing; or valid Compact RN license Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with authorization to practice as a Nurse Midwife by the Texas Board of Nursing. Must have active certification as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) by the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) or its predecessor - Physician Assistant: Current, valid Physician Assistant licensure from the Texas Board of Physician Assistants. Current certification as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. Required Tests for Placement Skills or Special Abilities: - Provides care to assigned patient population in accordance with the current State of Texas Nursing Practice Act or Texas Medical Board Rules, as applicable to licensure, established protocols, multidisciplinary plan of care, and clinical area-specific standards. - Must demonstrate leadership ability through superior clinical skills and as a practice development resource. - Must have effective verbal and written communication skills. - Must have effective leadership skills, including motivation, recruitment, retention, and change management. - Must demonstrate knowledge of Parkland policies, structure, procedures, and mission. - Must demonstrate patient-centered behaviors. Preferred: Spanish proficiency is preferred Responsibilities: 1. Performs clinical practitioner duties in designated specialty areas. Obtains histories perform physical exams, makes assessments, and orders tests to adequately assess and determine diagnoses and plan of care. 2. Records health history, findings, treatment, and recommendations accurately, clearly, and concisely. Manages time effectively to ensure optimal use of patient and provider resources. Consult appropriately with supervising physicians and refer patients as necessary to ensure optimal patient outcomes. 3. Includes patients and/or families in determining the plan of care, when appropriate. Educates patients and families to ensure self-management, follow-up, and compliance with established treatment. 4. Supports interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure continuous quality care and promote positive health outcomes, focusing on good customer service and patient satisfaction. 5. Stay abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the practice field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, and actively participating in professional organizations. Participates in PHHS education activities. 6. Maintains and implements knowledge of all applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the respective APP fields. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Maintains current professional certifications and licensure as the organization and the APP governing body require. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding-timely completion of all assigned modules and yearly PHHS obligations as defined by the corporate compliance department. 7. Identifies work processes and flows for the assigned department. Suggests appropriate changes to improve work effectiveness, productivity, and efficiency that support the overall goals of PHHS or the area. Consistently provides quality customer service to internal and external PHHS customers. 8. Assists in developing, implementing, and monitoring annual goals and objectives for the department that support the mission and objectives of PHHS and the department. Attends regular staff meetings. Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. Nearest Major Market: Dallas Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth Job Segment: Nursing, Registered Nurse, Nurse Midwife, Labor and Delivery, Medical, Healthcare | |