About this role
Position Title
Position Summary / Career Interest:
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Neurosurgery Department manages health problems and coordinates health care in acute care and/or ambulatory Neurosurgery specialty settings. These APPs deliver patient care and medical services to individuals, families and groups by utilizing standards of care in accordance with State and Federal rules and regulations to assess health status, diagnose medical conditions, develop medical plan of care, implement treatments and evaluate patient responses in collaboration with collaborative/sponsoring physician as described in a Collaborative Practice Agreement.Able to evaluate medical problems of clients in the assigned specialty practice setting and appropriately requests consultation of other specialties when indicated.
Provides education to patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medications pertinent to the patient’s condition.
Creates diagnostically appropriate treatment plans
Documents all medical evaluation, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with NCQA, The Joint Commission, state regulatory standards and evidenced-based standards of care.
Maintains documentation compliance for appropriate coding and billing.
Facilitates evaluation of records by physician(s), peers and quality standards according to protocols and receives and implements constructive directives.
May refer complex and high priority cases to collaborating physician with regards to complicated diagnostic problems, serious illness, complicated therapeutic problems and re-evaluation of chronic conditions.
Provides medical and emergency interventions appropriate to the client’s needs; prescribes and monitors medications appropriate to the diagnosis; orders and monitors the appropriateness of emergency interventions.
Maintains collegiality with all members of the inter-disciplinary team.
Utilizes appropriate chain-of-command and communicates with specialty practice Program Director, APP Director and Medical Director of any clinical issue and contributes to quality improvement or process improvement as necessary.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education and Experience
Master's Degree in Physician Assistant OR
Master Degree Nursing from accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs. OR
Doctor of Nursing Practice from accredited program in Advanced Practice Nursing for APRNs.
Age-appropriate training for “population served” may depend on APRN/PA program training and may require additional training as determined by the department.
Preferred Education and Experience
Previous APRN or PA experience.
Required Licensure and Certification
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - State Board of Nursing Copy of the current advance practice license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations). OR
Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) - State Board of Healing Arts Copy of the current advance practice license for the State of Kansas and/or Missouri (depending on practice locations).
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced practice certification required. APRNs may obtain within one year of date of hire; Specific certification may be required depending on specialty.
Time Type:
Full timeJob Requisition ID:
R-50204Important information for you to know as you apply:
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.
The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [email protected].
Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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About The University of Kansas Health System
The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education. Our physicians are researchers and educators expanding the boundaries of medical knowledge. Their major breakthroughs lead to the life-changing treatments and technologies of the future.
Our hospital has a national reputation for doing things right, and we are rated among the country’s top hospitals in quality and the patient experience.
With each step we take to become the nation's best, we establish ourselves as a healthcare destination. People from throughout the region and across the country turn to us to receive exceptional, specialized care for complex conditions. All of this is possible because of the dedication and commitment of the people who work here and our steadfast focus on caring for the patient.
We invite you to join us as we continue to advance the power of academic medicine.
What you'll do
- The APP in the Neurosurgery Department evaluates medical problems, creates treatment plans, and provides education to patients and families. They also document medical evaluations and collaborate with physicians to ensure quality care.
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