NP/PA, Hospitalist - Nights (Full Time)
Fort Worth, TX
| Employer: | Cook Children's Health Care System |
| Category: | Nurse |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
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Location: Medical Center - Fort Worth Department: Hospitalist Group Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 36 Summary: Summary: The Hospitalist Team consists of about 30 Physicians, 12 APPs including, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants,who work collaborativelyto admit and manage pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses. Responsibilities include admitting patients from the emergency department and direct transfers, obtaining a thorough history, formulating a treatment plan, interpreting diagnostic tests, and addressing any concernsfrom the patients, families, and bedside health providers.We have a 90 day onboarding process for our new graduate advance practice providers with support as they transition into their role. We have opportunities for mentorship and guidance as you enter into practice. Our self-scheduling system managed by our APP Supervisor allows for flexibility and consistent support throughout your career. Many enjoy the 2 or 3 - 12 hour night shifts each week depending on your whether you are full- time or part-time. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant functions in collaborative practice with physician(s) in the hospital setting. The NP/PA is responsible for the assessment, participation in the development of the plan of care, diagnosis and intervention of the assigned hospitalized patient(s) according to approved protocols. The NP/PA prescribes a variety of modalities to meet patient needs, up to and including continued hospital admission or discharge and prescriptive authority. Collaborates with the assigned team members to support and adjust plan of care and length of stay for patient care needs. Education & Experience Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
Physician Assistants
Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Advanced Practice Registered Nurses
Physician Assistants
About Cook Children's: Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care. At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system--we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through--and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible. Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer. | |