ARNP - CNP

PRN ER Provider APRN

Position Summary

Provides care to Emergency Department patients, Inpatient patients and Outpatient patients within a scope in conjunction with the Emergency Department on call attending physician. The Hospital expects job performance to be consistent with its mission and believes that each employee contributes to improve performance by continuously searching for ways to increase efficiencies and enhance fiscal performance and viability.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a Health care-related field
• Three (3) years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• BLS, PALS and ACLS required upon hire certifications and the minimum ATLS Audits
• Demonstrates initiative, ability to work with others, and professional judgement

Education and/or Experience

• Ability to operate and handle many kinds of complex equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for pediatric through geriatric patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• **Required educational levels call for proof at time of hire.
• 2 years previous hospital experience preferred.
• Emergency Room experience required.

Licensure/Certification

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Oklahoma

• BLS, PALS and ACLS required upon hire certifications and the minimum ATLS Audits

• *Proof of all required License(s) and Certification(s) is due at time of hire.

Job Functions
1. Provides patient care for the hospital under supervision of the On-Call Emergency Room Physician. The following presentations or complaints must be reviewed with or seen in conjunction with the on-call emergency department physician. ANY Chest Pain or Abdominal Pain, fever of unknown origin, infants (0-3 months), “Sick Kids”, very ill adults, Metabolic Acidosis (of any kind), suspected Sepsis, burns, ribs fractures (especially multiple, or in the Elderly), trauma patients. All initial contact with trauma patients must be done by the Emergency Department Physician especially those at high risk for deterioration as defined in the Trauma Alert and Activation Protocols.
1. Conducts patient evaluations that include a focused or extensive medical history and physical exam and uses this information to form a plan of testing and/or treatment and implement that/those plan(s).
1. Prescribes and administers vaccinations to immunize patient from communicable diseases.
1. Promotes health by advising patents about diet, hygiene, and methods for prevention of disease.
1. Performs minor surgical procedures commensurate with surgical competency.
1. Analyzes reports and finding of test and examination, and diagnoses condition of patient.
1. Consults and refers patients to medical specialist for consultant services when necessary for patient’s well-being
1. Follows up with patient regarding progress in high risk or emergency cases.
1. Assesses the physical condition of patients in the emergency room and/or hospital by: a) Reviews patient file/record including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status. b) Orders or executes various test, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient’s condition.
1. Consults with appropriate physicians based upon the needs of the patient: 1. Consults with supervising physician regarding difficult patients as deemed appropriate by the department director or supervising physician. 2. Consults with medical specialist when necessary to promote good patient care. 3. Contacts the primary care, consulting or admitting physician when necessary to discuss the plan of treatment, including, but not limited to follow-up care or admission.
1. Must be covered under malpractice insurance either privately or through Seiling Municipal Hospital
1. Documents the physical condition of patient in the emergency department, the hospital, and other care areas by; 1. Elicits and records information about patients’ medical history. 2. Documents the patient’s visit including medical history, physical exam, diagnoses, and plan of action. 3. Documents on the patient chart any consultation with any physician including the immediate supervisor.
1. Prescribes and dispenses the medications for the patients in the emergency room and the hospital by: 1. Determines and prescribes medication, dosage, and schedule given the patient’s condition and allergies. 2. Discusses any possible side effects to medication or immunization with patient.
1. Completes administrative tasks for the hospital by: 1. Participate in professional organizations and programs in cooperate in the development of and participate in marketing programs to enhance the visibility, acceptance, and use of services at the Emergency Room. 2. Assist the Hospital in the planning of recruitment of additional medical staff for the Emergency Room and work cooperatively with physicians, mid-level practitioners and staff at the Emergency Room, and the rest of the hospital. 3. Timely completion of all medical records in the electronic format prescribed by the Hospital. 4. Participates in community education and outreach activities upon the request of the Hospital. 5. Participates in student supervision
1. Performs all other associated duties as directed by the Chief of Staff or Administrator.