Staff Position

Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery
Kaiser Permanente
Denver, CO
0x8 hrs, Days

$57-65/hour

Overview

  • Shift Breakdown0x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays

Pay

Estimated pay
$57-65/hour

Qualifications

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Required
    License
  • PN,APRN-CNP,APRN-CRNA,APRN-CNS,APRN-CNM license in Colorado
  • Nurse Practitioner (3 years)
    Other
  • Eligible to work in US

Description


UFCW Local 7 - $57.36 - $65.44


 “May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums:       


Job Summary:

APN:Practices professional nursing by the performance of both independent nursing and delegated medical functions in accordance with accepted practice standards. Utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills involving the application of biological, physical, social, and behavioral science principles.Functions include patient advocacy and the initiation and performance of nursing care and advanced clinical skillsto evaluate, diagnose, and treat human disease, pain, injury, physical or mental conditions, health maintenance and promotion, supportive and restorative care.PA:Practices medicine as delegated by andunder the supervision of a physician in accordance with accepted practice standards. Utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills involving the application of biological, physical, social, and behavioral science principles.Functions include patient advocacy and the initiation and performance of medical care to evaluate, diagnose, and treat human disease, pain, injury, physical or mental conditions, health maintenance and promotion, supportive and restorative care.



Essential Responsibilities:

DATA COLLECTION
• Obtains a pertinent medical history, performs an appropriate physical examination, and reviews relevant laboratory or radiologic (or other) studies to assess the patients medical, physical, psychological, and relevant socio-economic status.
• Will have full access to patient medical records and other information pertinent to those patients under his/her care.
ASSESSMENT
• Formulates an accurate and appropriate diagnosis based on elicited data, and includes differential diagnoses as appropriate.
TREATMENT PLANNING
• Develops and implements treatment plans that are aligned with the practice preferences of the Collaborating/SupervisingPhysician(s) including orders for medication and/or other treatment modalities, the need for additional testing, consultation to other providers, and follow-up provisions.
• Provides care with attention to safety, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.
• Plans are appropriately prioritized and adapted to the patient and circumstance.
PROCEDURAL CONSIDERATIONS
• Performs procedures within the limits of their expertise and in accordance with the State Regulations and Organizational Policies.
PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING
• Educates and counsels patients and their families regarding their treatment plan, including disease prevention and health promotion.
• Promotes the availability of culturally-sensitive health and resource information that is evidence-based, patient centered, and enables informed choice.
DOCUMENTATION
• Documents all examination data, diagnostic impressions, appropriate codes, and other patient care activities in the medical record, including the name(s) of any consulted physicians or other providers.
OTHER TASKS
• Observes the principles and techniques of Universal Precautions.
• Conducts telephonic and virtual encounters as appropriate.
• Manages assigned in-basket tasks.
• Takes necessary and appropriate actions in emergency situations.
• Performs other clinical/administrative duties as directed.
VALUE STATEMENTS
• Makes the patient the primary focus of their actions; develops and sustains productive and compassionate patient relationships.
• Leads the health care team by influence, innovation, and by modeling integrated effective patient care and exemplary service.
• Promotes and maintains a physically safe and confidential environment for care.
• Collaborates with all members of the health care team.
• Knows their personal limitations and when to seek advice and/or consultation from other members of the health care team
• Understands and acknowledges the impact of personal values and cultural differences on the patient-provider relationship.
PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining clinical competence through participation in continuing education and other activities.
• Maintains professional certification and active licensure.
• Participates in quality assurance activities including the Peer Review process.
• Participates in the training and/or mentoring of new employees, colleagues, and students.
• Has the quality of their care evaluated by the Collaborating/Supervising Physician(s) as stipulated by State and/or KFHP/CPMG policies.
• Evaluates personal performance and establishes annual goals aligned with KFHP regional expectations.
• Maintains a working knowledge of, and complies with relevant (Federal, State, and/or Organizational) laws, rules, and policies; including licensure and certification. Educates and promotes the roles of the APN/PA to patients and members of the health care team.

Basic Qualifications: Experience
Additional Requirements:
- Must obtain and remain credentialed by the Colorado Permanente Medical Group by start date.
- For positions requiring the administration of procedural sedation, ACLS certification and procedural sedation competency required within ninety (90) days of hire. Education
  • For APNs:
  • - Masters Degree in Nursing
  • - Graduation from an accredited graduate nursing program approved by the Colorado State Board of Nursing.
  • For PAs:
  • - Bachelors Degree required.
  • - Graduation from a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
License, Certification, Registration
  • Physician Assistant License (Colorado) OR Pathologist's Assistant Certificate from National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants
  • Advanced Practice Nurse Registration (Colorado) OR Nurse Practitioner-Family Certification OR Nurse Practitioner National Certificate OR Nurse Practitioner-Pediatrics Certification OR Registered Nurse License (Colorado)
  • National Provider Identifier required at hire
  • Drug Enforcement Administration Registration
  • Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire
Additional Requirements:
  • - Must obtain and remain credentialed by the Colorado Permanente Medical Group by start date.
  • - For positions requiring the administration of procedural sedation, ACLS certification and procedural sedation competency required within ninety (90) days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications:
Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1258204. Posted job title: Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery, Prn

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At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. Together, we're proudly working as one for a healthier today and tomorrow.
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