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Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH

APP Cardiology RVU

Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH, Naples, Florida, United States, 33939

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Join to apply for the APP Cardiology RVU role at Naples Comprehensive Health - NCH. Position: Cardiology - Electrophysiology APP. Department: 67016 - RHI. Location: 399 9th Street North, Naples, FL 34102. Work Type: Full Time. About NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care. Job Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider is an advanced practice nurse who is an expert in the diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the delivery of evidence-based nursing interventions for patients of the NCH Physician Group. The APP works in collaboration with the APPs, management team, peers, and staff to advance nursing and promote the development of an evidence-based professional practice environment. Further, the APP works under the approved and agreed protocols signed by the supervising NCH Physician Group physician. The APP works to continually improve clinical outcomes, facilitate throughput, and provide clinical expertise to effect system-wide changes to improve programs of care. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned. Communication with Administrative/Clinical Staff. The APP is expected to develop an active communication strategy with the medical and other staff, to keep them informed about requirements regarding the conduct of their work. The APP will work under the approved and agreed protocol signed by their supervising NCH Physician Group physician who will oversee all aspects of patient care delivered by the APP. Organizational and Medical Ethics. The APP is responsible for defining, focusing, and resolving problems in collaboration with the APP’s assigned physician as well as other members of the clinical and administrative staff. Strategic Planning: The APP, in conjunction with the Senior Leadership of the NCH Physician Group is responsible for participating in the development of their practice’s strategic plan, including long and short-term goals and objectives. The strategic plan will be evaluated annually, and the results reported to the NCH Physician Group’s Board of Directors through the Chief Medical Officer. Performance Improvement: The APP is responsible for following the performance evaluation program created by the Quality of Care Committee. APP Recruitment: The APP is responsible for facilitating the recruitment of high-quality APPs and other professional personnel for the NCH Physician Group. Contracting: The APP is responsible for delivering medical care in a manner that is consistent with the terms of managed care and insurance contracts into which NCH Physician Group enters. Litigation: The APP is responsible for assisting the NCH Physician Group administrative team prepare for and respond to all litigation in which it is involved. Clinical Responsibilities: The APP is responsible for providing leadership for all the NCH Physician Group’s patient care activities, including specified elements such as Philosophy of Care and Performance Improvement to ensure quality and accreditation standards. Philosophy of Care: The APP is responsible for exemplifying in personal and professional conduct the clinical and administrative tone that informs the philosophy of care and sets the tone for staff. Performance Improvement: The APP is responsible for ensuring the Medical Services are run to protect, foster, and improve clinical program quality, meeting standards for accreditation and regulatory reviews, with appropriate documentation. Support of Clinical Operations

Fostering high quality and efficient clinical operations within the NCH Physician Group. Participates in the supervision of medical support staff (e.g., LPN and Medical Assistant) who work in support of the APP’s practice. Participates in the design, development and implementation of clinical programs to provide efficient, effective patient care. Participates in the oversight of medical services and clinical procedures to ensure appropriateness, quality and integration in the clinical program. Participates in activities to ensure effective, sufficient, and efficient clinical staffing. Participates in committee or work group activities as reasonably requested by supervising physician Chief Medical Officer. Works to protect patients’ rights. Provides direct patient care when necessary for patient well-being. Serves as liaison to the medical staff to inform the Board of Directors of matters of medical importance. Problem Solving: resolves immediate clinical problems affecting patient care. Participates in developing policies and programs to address staff education and professional development. Represents NCH Physician Group in the community through interviews, lectures, and other activities. Strategic Planning: actively involved in developing long-range strategies for future clinical and economic success. Marketing Plan: involved in the development and implementation of an ongoing marketing plan; provide guidance on its effectiveness. Clinical Marketing: helps develop and implement a program to educate the community about services and facilitate appropriate referrals. Education, Experience and Qualifications

Minimum of Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited school of nursing and have completed advanced practice or nurse practitioner program. Minimum of experience in clinical with outstanding teaching skills and the ability to facilitate organizational change. Board Certification in area of specialty, board-eligible candidates considered with commitment to obtain certification within 6 months of hire. New Graduates must be certification eligible upon employment and obtain certification within 6 months of employment. Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in the State of Florida. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 3 months of hire. Completes all NCH yearly competencies within the allotted timeframe. Maintains professional licensing requirements. Completion of all continuing education requirements needed to practice as an Advanced Practice Provider. Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

Full-time Job function

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Hospitals and Health Care

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