Stormont Vail Health
Advanced Practice Provider - Full Time - Urology - With Call - Topeka
Stormont Vail Health, Topeka, Kansas, United States, 66604
Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
The Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works closely with the Urologist to provide advanced patient care in both a hospital and office clinic setting. This position assists in providing patient consultation and evaluation; assistance with procedures; hospital rounds to include relaying of orders from collaborating physicians; coordination of admissions and discharges; functions as a first assistant in the operation room, including pre and post-operative intervention, when necessary. This position is also responsible to provide documentation of services provided in compliance with established medical records, medical staff, and billing procedures. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont-Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Education Qualifications
Must be a graduate of an accredited PA/APRN program. Meets educational preparation or other qualifications within specified time frames as determined/outlined by specific department policy. Experience Qualifications
Possess 'First Assist' experience. Required Experience in urology patient care. Preferred Skills and Abilities
All APRN incumbents are required to maintain Registered Nurse competencies as designated by Federal and State organizations and as outlined in SVH policy. (Required proficiency) Project professionalism in appearance and all forms of communication. (Required proficiency) Knowledge in administering patient care according to established protocol. (Required proficiency) Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, physicians and the public. (Required proficiency) Ability to exercise initiative, problem solving and decision making. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN Must have valid APRN licensure. Be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. Required or Physician Assistant (PA) - KSBHA Required Additional certification may be required in certain patient care settings or populations. The department director will provide specific information and the time frame in which such certification may be attained at the time of hire/transfer into department. What You Will Do
Work closely with surgeons in providing patient care across the continuum (clinic, inpatient, operating room) by performing consultation, evaluation, and provisional management of the patient with urologic needs. Perform duties in surgery to include: o Assisting in providing exposure (retraction, suction) o Handling tissue o Providing hemostasis o Suturing o Using and handling instruments Make daily inpatient rounds and record pertinent patient progress in chart. Prescribe medications and intravenous fluids. Enter orders in hospital electronic medical record in accordance with protocols. Perform postoperative follow-up care o Administer medication upon request of collaborating surgeon o Insertion and/or removal of catheter/tubes Provide preliminary assessment and interpretation of various diagnostic studies including laboratory tests and radiologic studies. Arrange patient admissions and dismissals. Record associated history and physical or discharge summaries. Communicates with families, employers, institutions, and other healthcare providers regarding patient's treatment and status. Initiate consultation and monitor patients for special tests. Provide patient education and discharge instructions. Facilitate collaborating surgeon's referral of patients to appropriate healthcare facilities, agencies, other resources in the community, or other physicians. New graduate APRN incumbents will maintain bedside nursing skills for the first 24 months and may be designated to work at the bedside. Maintenance of skills work and assignment at bedside will be determined by leadership. Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour
The Urology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works closely with the Urologist to provide advanced patient care in both a hospital and office clinic setting. This position assists in providing patient consultation and evaluation; assistance with procedures; hospital rounds to include relaying of orders from collaborating physicians; coordination of admissions and discharges; functions as a first assistant in the operation room, including pre and post-operative intervention, when necessary. This position is also responsible to provide documentation of services provided in compliance with established medical records, medical staff, and billing procedures. The delivery of professional nursing care at Stormont-Vail Health is guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring and the theory of Shared governance, both of which are congruent with the mission, vision, and values of the organization. Education Qualifications
Must be a graduate of an accredited PA/APRN program. Meets educational preparation or other qualifications within specified time frames as determined/outlined by specific department policy. Experience Qualifications
Possess 'First Assist' experience. Required Experience in urology patient care. Preferred Skills and Abilities
All APRN incumbents are required to maintain Registered Nurse competencies as designated by Federal and State organizations and as outlined in SVH policy. (Required proficiency) Project professionalism in appearance and all forms of communication. (Required proficiency) Knowledge in administering patient care according to established protocol. (Required proficiency) Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, co-workers, physicians and the public. (Required proficiency) Ability to exercise initiative, problem solving and decision making. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications
Registered Nurse - KSBN Must have valid APRN licensure. Be certified as a nurse practitioner by a recognized national certifying body that has established standards for nurse practitioners. Required or Physician Assistant (PA) - KSBHA Required Additional certification may be required in certain patient care settings or populations. The department director will provide specific information and the time frame in which such certification may be attained at the time of hire/transfer into department. What You Will Do
Work closely with surgeons in providing patient care across the continuum (clinic, inpatient, operating room) by performing consultation, evaluation, and provisional management of the patient with urologic needs. Perform duties in surgery to include: o Assisting in providing exposure (retraction, suction) o Handling tissue o Providing hemostasis o Suturing o Using and handling instruments Make daily inpatient rounds and record pertinent patient progress in chart. Prescribe medications and intravenous fluids. Enter orders in hospital electronic medical record in accordance with protocols. Perform postoperative follow-up care o Administer medication upon request of collaborating surgeon o Insertion and/or removal of catheter/tubes Provide preliminary assessment and interpretation of various diagnostic studies including laboratory tests and radiologic studies. Arrange patient admissions and dismissals. Record associated history and physical or discharge summaries. Communicates with families, employers, institutions, and other healthcare providers regarding patient's treatment and status. Initiate consultation and monitor patients for special tests. Provide patient education and discharge instructions. Facilitate collaborating surgeon's referral of patients to appropriate healthcare facilities, agencies, other resources in the community, or other physicians. New graduate APRN incumbents will maintain bedside nursing skills for the first 24 months and may be designated to work at the bedside. Maintenance of skills work and assignment at bedside will be determined by leadership. Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours Feeling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 Hours Handling: Frequently 3-5 Hours Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Frequently 3-5 Hours Working Conditions
Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour