The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA/APP) - Neurology-Memory and Gen neurology
The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
Overview
This position will work in our neurology clinic at the Primary Care Center and Pantops locations. The position will focus on supporting the memory disorder population with a particular emphasis on Alzheimer's Disease patients that are receiving novel infusion therapies. Additional clinic time will be used to support the general neurology patient population. The expectation is to work 8 half-day clinic sessions per week. The clinic is open Monday through Friday. There is no weekend, night, call, or holiday requirements.
Responsibilities
Clinical: Independently and in collaboration with physician(s) and interdisciplinary team members, provides comprehensive clinical and organizational direction and leadership to the healthcare provider team in the care of patients.
Performs comprehensive history and physical assessment and documents findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings.
Orders and interprets the appropriate diagnostic labs and tests; forms medical diagnoses based on history, assessment and diagnostic findings.
Develops, implements and evaluates treatment plans; prescribes and recommends pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
Initiates appropriate specialty consultations/referrals when requisite; initiates and evaluates clinical pathways and protocols.
Collaborates with Attendings and/or Fellows regarding admissions and community transfers; facilitates timely flow of patients via collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Recognizes acute/emergent situations requiring immediate responsiveness and initiates life-saving interventions, alerting the interdisciplinary team members for assistance.
Recognizes and incorporates age-specific requirements, communicates plan of care with patients and families; advocates for patients and family members in educational needs, treatment options, participation in care and ethical issues and patient rights.
Provides consultation in specialty area; maintains confidentiality of patient information; coordinates meeting applicable clinical standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedures to patients and families; performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency.
Educational
Acts as a clinical resource, utilizing both formal and informal opportunities for the education of other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Provides education consistent with evidence-based practices and protocols; precepts APP students and provides mentoring for other APPs.
Provides outreach and education to the community and within the Advanced Practice arena.
Coordinates meeting applicable educational standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Leadership
Acts as a role model to colleagues, interdisciplinary team members, the institution and to the community; demonstrates respect within the institution and community.
Demonstrates leadership abilities in development, mentorship and empowerment of others within the healthcare community.
Assumes leadership role in the development of the Advanced Practice Role to patients, families, other healthcare professionals and the community.
Coordinates meeting applicable leadership standards for all disciplines in collaboration with physician(s) and team members; meets leadership competency standards.
Quality/Stewardship/Outcomes
Participates in, supports and leads quality assurance initiatives, performance improvement and benchmarking to advance patient care delivery.
Utilizes research and evidence-based practice in the delivery of patient care; evaluates implications of access, quality, safety and cost on delivery of healthcare.
Participates in development of instruments to measure patient and practice outcomes; identifies needs and interventions to ensure and improve quality care.
Maintains compliance and regulatory documentation for administration and reimbursement; provides expertise in measurement and communication of patient care standards.
Participates in departmental/divisional/institutional initiatives and accreditation preparedness; coordinates meeting applicable performance improvement standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Research
Pursues opportunities for active engagement in research and analysis of evidence-based practice; coordinates meeting applicable research standards for all disciplines and areas of practice.
Professional Development
Maintains professional licensure, DEA registration (as applicable), certification and practice agreements as required by the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, national certification organizations, and the institution.
Maintains competencies for designated privileges; pursues educational opportunities for professional growth (CEU/CME, conferences, seminars).
Serves on appropriate committees in department/division/institution and community; participates in/presents at M&M, Grand Rounds, etc.
Minimum Requirements Education: Master’s Degree as an Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advanced Practice Provider - Physician Assistant.
Experience: One to two years minimum experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) preferred.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Medical Center, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and the appropriate certifying bodies. Must be enrolled with all payers through Delegated Credentialing and can participate in Medicaid and Medicare for billing. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required.
Physical Demands Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling/bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Position Compensation Range: $96,907.20 - $155,043.20 Annual
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
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Responsibilities
Clinical: Independently and in collaboration with physician(s) and interdisciplinary team members, provides comprehensive clinical and organizational direction and leadership to the healthcare provider team in the care of patients.
Performs comprehensive history and physical assessment and documents findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings.
Orders and interprets the appropriate diagnostic labs and tests; forms medical diagnoses based on history, assessment and diagnostic findings.
Develops, implements and evaluates treatment plans; prescribes and recommends pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions.
Initiates appropriate specialty consultations/referrals when requisite; initiates and evaluates clinical pathways and protocols.
Collaborates with Attendings and/or Fellows regarding admissions and community transfers; facilitates timely flow of patients via collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Recognizes acute/emergent situations requiring immediate responsiveness and initiates life-saving interventions, alerting the interdisciplinary team members for assistance.
Recognizes and incorporates age-specific requirements, communicates plan of care with patients and families; advocates for patients and family members in educational needs, treatment options, participation in care and ethical issues and patient rights.
Provides consultation in specialty area; maintains confidentiality of patient information; coordinates meeting applicable clinical standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Explains the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedures to patients and families; performs designated procedures after demonstrated competency.
Educational
Acts as a clinical resource, utilizing both formal and informal opportunities for the education of other members of the interdisciplinary team.
Provides education consistent with evidence-based practices and protocols; precepts APP students and provides mentoring for other APPs.
Provides outreach and education to the community and within the Advanced Practice arena.
Coordinates meeting applicable educational standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Leadership
Acts as a role model to colleagues, interdisciplinary team members, the institution and to the community; demonstrates respect within the institution and community.
Demonstrates leadership abilities in development, mentorship and empowerment of others within the healthcare community.
Assumes leadership role in the development of the Advanced Practice Role to patients, families, other healthcare professionals and the community.
Coordinates meeting applicable leadership standards for all disciplines in collaboration with physician(s) and team members; meets leadership competency standards.
Quality/Stewardship/Outcomes
Participates in, supports and leads quality assurance initiatives, performance improvement and benchmarking to advance patient care delivery.
Utilizes research and evidence-based practice in the delivery of patient care; evaluates implications of access, quality, safety and cost on delivery of healthcare.
Participates in development of instruments to measure patient and practice outcomes; identifies needs and interventions to ensure and improve quality care.
Maintains compliance and regulatory documentation for administration and reimbursement; provides expertise in measurement and communication of patient care standards.
Participates in departmental/divisional/institutional initiatives and accreditation preparedness; coordinates meeting applicable performance improvement standards for all disciplines in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
Research
Pursues opportunities for active engagement in research and analysis of evidence-based practice; coordinates meeting applicable research standards for all disciplines and areas of practice.
Professional Development
Maintains professional licensure, DEA registration (as applicable), certification and practice agreements as required by the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, national certification organizations, and the institution.
Maintains competencies for designated privileges; pursues educational opportunities for professional growth (CEU/CME, conferences, seminars).
Serves on appropriate committees in department/division/institution and community; participates in/presents at M&M, Grand Rounds, etc.
Minimum Requirements Education: Master’s Degree as an Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or as an Advanced Practice Provider - Physician Assistant.
Experience: One to two years minimum experience as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) preferred.
Licensure: License or license eligible as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) as set forth by the state of Virginia. If Nurse Practitioner, license to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia is required. Must demonstrate and maintain all credentialing and licensing requirements of UVA Medical Center, the Virginia Board of Medicine or the Virginia Board of Nursing, and the appropriate certifying bodies. Must be enrolled with all payers through Delegated Credentialing and can participate in Medicaid and Medicare for billing. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Current PALS/NRP, as required specific to position. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) as required.
Physical Demands Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling/bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Position Compensation Range: $96,907.20 - $155,043.20 Annual
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
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