USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice)
RN - Nurse Practitioner - Ctr for Advanced Lung Dis - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exe
USC CERPP (Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
RN - Nurse Practitioner - Center for Advanced Lung Dis - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) The Nurse Practitioner (NP) has a specialized skill and knowledge related to the setting in which they practice and perform physical exams, collect and document data, conduct approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribe appropriate interventions and medications, and provide direct patient care services, according to established evidence-based clinical practice standards. The NP contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization and advance practice profession. Duties may include but not limited to obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, and performing procedures as needed within specialty area. The NP also helps facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the patient through their continuum of care. The NP will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and other advance practice providers (APPs). Responsibilities
Conducts in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, constructs comprehensive medical histories, performs initial and periodic physical examinations and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Identifies and treats patients’ diseases. Manages treatment of hospitalized patients. Identifies patient’s educational needs and provides health related information to enhance patient’s and family’s understanding of medical condition and related treatments. Obtains informed consent for procedures that will be performed. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding care, medical problems, psychological problems and use of prescribed devices, treatments and drugs. Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results. Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans. Performs procedures as defined by approved credentialing privileges. Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician. Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests. Identifies records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Serves as a resource for clinic support staff (RN, LVN, MA, and others). Acts as liaison with governmental agencies such as Center for Disease Control and National Institute of Health. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols. Researches community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and condition. Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited school of Nursing (MSN). 5 years clinical nursing experience. Other certifications and experience as required per specialty area. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties. Preferred Qualifications
3 years experience as NP in specialty area preferred Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Nurse Practitioner Furnisher (CA DCA) Current license to furnish medications in the State of California. DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances. NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). ACNP or AGACNP certification upon hire if working in hospital/acute care setting (ACNP/AGACNP). Some grandfathering applies for hires prior to 12/2015. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association (ACLS required as per job description for hospital/acute care and infusion center settings) Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) - card obtained within 30 days of hire and renewed before expiration (LA City only) Salary
The annual base salary range for this position is $133,120.00 - $219,648.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, market conditions, and organizational considerations.
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RN - Nurse Practitioner - Center for Advanced Lung Dis - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Exempt) (Non-Union) The Nurse Practitioner (NP) has a specialized skill and knowledge related to the setting in which they practice and perform physical exams, collect and document data, conduct approved diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, order and schedule laboratory studies and professional consultations, prescribe appropriate interventions and medications, and provide direct patient care services, according to established evidence-based clinical practice standards. The NP contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting, and provides leadership to the organization and advance practice profession. Duties may include but not limited to obtaining patient health histories and complete physical examinations, documenting findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings, ordering and interpreting appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, and performing procedures as needed within specialty area. The NP also helps facilitate safe and efficient operational flow of the patient through their continuum of care. The NP will function as a part of inter-professional teams by communicating, planning, and implementing care directly with other healthcare professionals, including but not limited to physicians, pharmacists, office support staff, and other advance practice providers (APPs). Responsibilities
Conducts in-depth interviews with patients and/or family, constructs comprehensive medical histories, performs initial and periodic physical examinations and explores patient’s interpretation of health needs. Identifies and treats patients’ diseases. Manages treatment of hospitalized patients. Identifies patient’s educational needs and provides health related information to enhance patient’s and family’s understanding of medical condition and related treatments. Obtains informed consent for procedures that will be performed. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding care, medical problems, psychological problems and use of prescribed devices, treatments and drugs. Directly performs or orders appropriate diagnostic studies and interprets finished results. Develops and implements long and short range treatment plans. Performs procedures as defined by approved credentialing privileges. Writes orders to increase, decrease or change medication, subject to checking and counter-signing by physician. Initiates consultations and monitors scheduling of patients for special tests. Identifies records pertinent progress of patients, updating and summarizing charts, changing orders when appropriate and notifying the responsible physician of changes in the patient’s condition. Instructs and counsels patients and families regarding preventive care, medical problems, psychological problems, and use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Serves as a resource for clinic support staff (RN, LVN, MA, and others). Acts as liaison with governmental agencies such as Center for Disease Control and National Institute of Health. Assists with medical research projects, following medical research protocols. Obtains Investigational Review Board approval for treatment protocols. Researches community resources for referral of patients. Refers patients to most appropriate resource based on patients’ medical needs and condition. Maintains compliance with established University and department policies and procedures, quality assurance, safety, environmental, infection control and complies with requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies. Participates in in-service education programs and professional associations. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited school of Nursing (MSN). 5 years clinical nursing experience. Other certifications and experience as required per specialty area. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently. Knowledge of medical procedures and conditions and ability to understand, follow and successfully perform duties. Preferred Qualifications
3 years experience as NP in specialty area preferred Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - RN (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Nurse Practitioner - NP (CA Board of Registered Nursing) Nurse Practitioner Furnisher (CA DCA) Current license to furnish medications in the State of California. DEA Certificate Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) Certificate issued by the U.S. Department of Justice for Schedule II-V controlled substances. NP Board Certified Possession of National Board Certification in Nurse Practitioner area of specialty accredited by Accreditation Board of Specialty Nursing (ABSNC) or National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). ACNP or AGACNP certification upon hire if working in hospital/acute care setting (ACNP/AGACNP). Some grandfathering applies for hires prior to 12/2015. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association (ACLS required as per job description for hospital/acute care and infusion center settings) Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) - card obtained within 30 days of hire and renewed before expiration (LA City only) Salary
The annual base salary range for this position is $133,120.00 - $219,648.00. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, market conditions, and organizational considerations.
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