University of Maryland Medical System
Ortho Service: Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
We are seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to cover the Ortho department at the University of Maryland Medical System Midtown Campus. Responsibilities
Regularly visits pre- and post-operative patients, independently or with attending physician and/or students, to monitor patient progress in accordance with Medical System policies and procedures and generally accepted professional practice and The Joint Commission standards. Rounds on inpatients to monitor patient progress in accordance with policies and procedures; relays any problems or concerns to physician. Writes progress notes in-patient charts indicating patient status and treatment or procedures performed. Orders laboratory tests, x-rays and special tests and dressing changes. Reviews patient records to determine health status. Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call or supervising physician (or surgeon) regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation. Writes orders, including those of narcotics, stimulants and depressant drugs as necessary. Assists in the preoperative planning and documentation in keeping with protocols. Duties include obtaining necessary clinical photography, measurement and construction of frame prior to surgery. Collects bone measurement data and records for future reference and research purposes. Interviews patients for health history and performs physical examinations. Obtains thorough medical histories to include allergies, past medical conditions, current meds review of systems, family history, social history, present illness and performing complete physical examinations of patients according to established procedures and schedules. Answers patient calls promptly; researches, investigates and resolves patient problems to the satisfaction of the patient and the physician. Alerts the appropriate medical personnel regarding patient problems as needed. May take call during non-routine working hours to assist attending physicians in urgent and emergency procedures. Performs clinical procedures such as the application of dressings and bandages, casting and splinting, removal and adjustment of frames, suturing, and administration of medications. Performs these tasks independently, using universal precautions and following prescribed protocols of the hospital. First and second assistance during surgery as needed, including prepping and draping patients, placing foley catheter, providing pre- and post-operative instruction to the patient, and transporting the patient from the OR to the PACU. Demonstrates mastery of an advanced practice provider in the field of specialty and excellence in clinical assessment and decision-making including diagnostic reasoning and problem solving. Qualifications
Master of Science Degree with completion of an appropriate acute care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Registered and currently licensed with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland. DEA and CDS eligible. BCLS as required. Additional Information
Pay Range: $54.34-$77.08 Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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We are seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to cover the Ortho department at the University of Maryland Medical System Midtown Campus. Responsibilities
Regularly visits pre- and post-operative patients, independently or with attending physician and/or students, to monitor patient progress in accordance with Medical System policies and procedures and generally accepted professional practice and The Joint Commission standards. Rounds on inpatients to monitor patient progress in accordance with policies and procedures; relays any problems or concerns to physician. Writes progress notes in-patient charts indicating patient status and treatment or procedures performed. Orders laboratory tests, x-rays and special tests and dressing changes. Reviews patient records to determine health status. Notifies attending physician on call, house physician on call or supervising physician (or surgeon) regarding any unusual or unexpected events or problems requiring direct physician consultation. Writes orders, including those of narcotics, stimulants and depressant drugs as necessary. Assists in the preoperative planning and documentation in keeping with protocols. Duties include obtaining necessary clinical photography, measurement and construction of frame prior to surgery. Collects bone measurement data and records for future reference and research purposes. Interviews patients for health history and performs physical examinations. Obtains thorough medical histories to include allergies, past medical conditions, current meds review of systems, family history, social history, present illness and performing complete physical examinations of patients according to established procedures and schedules. Answers patient calls promptly; researches, investigates and resolves patient problems to the satisfaction of the patient and the physician. Alerts the appropriate medical personnel regarding patient problems as needed. May take call during non-routine working hours to assist attending physicians in urgent and emergency procedures. Performs clinical procedures such as the application of dressings and bandages, casting and splinting, removal and adjustment of frames, suturing, and administration of medications. Performs these tasks independently, using universal precautions and following prescribed protocols of the hospital. First and second assistance during surgery as needed, including prepping and draping patients, placing foley catheter, providing pre- and post-operative instruction to the patient, and transporting the patient from the OR to the PACU. Demonstrates mastery of an advanced practice provider in the field of specialty and excellence in clinical assessment and decision-making including diagnostic reasoning and problem solving. Qualifications
Master of Science Degree with completion of an appropriate acute care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Registered and currently licensed with the Maryland Board of Examiners of Nurses and certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Maryland. DEA and CDS eligible. BCLS as required. Additional Information
Pay Range: $54.34-$77.08 Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Other Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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