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APP- Adv Pract Provider Special-PRN (Observation)

Parkland Health & Hospital System, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215

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APP- Adv Pract Provider Special-PRN (Observation) Date: Sep 15, 2025 Location: Dallas, TX, US Category: Advanced Practice Jobs Job Type: Rotating Schedule Type: Part-Time Requisition ID: 989084 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. APP- Adv Pract Provider Special-PRN (Observation)

Responsibilities 1. Performs clinical practitioner duties in the designated specialty area. Obtains histories, performs 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. Consults appropriately with supervising physicians and refers 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 to promote positive health outcomes with a focus on good customer service and patient satisfaction. Stays 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.

5. 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 required by the organization and the APP's governing body. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

Qualifications Minimum Specifications:

Education 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.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN): Master's Degree in Nursing accredited through the CCNE or the ACEN.

Experience 2 plus years of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice provider (APP) in any field.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience: Current employees hired at Parkland before 3/1/2014 may have an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certification/Registration/Licensure Must have current healthcare provider BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from one of the following: American Heart Association American Red Cross Military Training Network Must have current certification from one of the following: ACLS, ATLS, PALS, SAMA, NRP - to be attained within 90 days of being hired and maintained throughout employment

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.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Nurse Practitioner): Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Current licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing as an APRN with authorization to practice as a Family, Adult, Gerontology, Adult-Gerontology, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care, Acute Care, Pediatric, Pediatric Acute Care, Neonatal, Psychiatric Mental Health, or Women\'s Health Nurse Practitioner. Current valid prescription authorization number from the Texas Board of Nursing Must have an active certification as a Nurse Practitioner by one of the following: FNP, ANP, GNP, or other listed specialties by ANCC, AANPCP, or AACNCC PNP-PC or PPCNP, PNP-AC, NNP etc. as applicable Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Certified Nurse Midwife): Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Current licensure as an APRN with authorization to practice as a Nurse Midwife by the Texas Board of Nursing. Current valid prescription authorization number from the Texas Board of Nursing. Must have an active certification as a CNM by AMCB or its predecessor. Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Clinical Nurse Specialist): Current RN licensure from the Texas Board of Nursing, or a valid Compact RN license. Current licensure as an APRN with authorization to practice as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. Current valid prescription authorization number from the Texas Board of Nursing. Must have active CNS certification descriptions as listed: Adult CNS or Psychiatric Mental Health CNS by ANCC or AACNCC.

Skills or Special Abilities: Provides care to the 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 both superior clinical skills and as a practice development resource. Must have effective verbal and written communication skills. Must have effective leadership skills to include motivation, recruitment, retention, and change management. Must demonstrate knowledge of Parkland policies, structure, procedures, and mission. Must demonstrate patient-centered behaviors.

Responsibilities: 1. Performs clinical practitioner duties in the designated specialty area. Obtains histories, performs 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. Consults appropriately with supervising physicians and refers 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 to promote positive health outcomes with a focus on good customer service and patient satisfaction. Attends seminars/workshops, reads professional journals, and actively participates in professional organizations. Participates in PHHS education activities. 5. 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 health plans. Maintains current professional certifications and licensure. Ensures proper understanding and timely completion of all assigned modules and PHHS obligations. 6. Identifies work processes and flows for the department. Suggests changes to improve effectiveness and efficiency. Provides quality customer service to internal and external PHHS customers. 7. Develops, implements, and monitors annual goals and objectives for the department. Attends regular staff meetings. Discrimination and Wellness Statement:

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