Temporary PRN Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
- Appalachian State University
- Boone, NC, USA
- Aug 29, 2024
Job Description
Temporary PRN Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Department: Health Services - 320000
Minimum Qualifications
Nurse Practitioner: Licensed as a Registered Nurse by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, graduation from a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the North Carolina Medical Board, and “approved to practice medical acts” consistent with the nurse practitioner's academic educational preparation AND national certification.
or
Physician Assistant: Graduation and or completion of an educational program for Physician Assistants accredited by the Accreditation and Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant and an active Physician Assistant License issued by the North Carolina Medical Board. NCCPA certification needed.
License/Certification Required
Essential Job Functions
The Mary S. Shook Student Health Service exists to provide for the health care needs of the students of Appalachian State University.
This position provides patient care, including performing assessment, determining diagnosis, developing treatment plans, prescribing medication, engaging in research activities, and providing training and education for a wide variety of medical conditions under the supervision of a physician. This position will also participate in continuous quality improvement and accreditation programs at health services.
Perform medical acts within his/her area of educational preparation and certification under a collaborative practice agreement (CPA), with a licensed physician.
Ability to manage complex dilemmas. Ability to anticipate, recognize and respond to potentially problematic situations.
Knowledge of advanced communication techniques.
Skill in observing behavior and mannerisms.
Ability to actively listen.
Ability to answer questions from healthcare personnel and patients on diseases processes, diagnosis and treatment.
Ability to diagnose mental health illnesses and to treat them appropriately.
Ability to interpret lab tests, EKG's, and xrays.
Ability to coordinate referrals to specialists.
Work with other agencies on campus in the prevention of illnesses and care of illnesses and care of students who become ill or injured.
Provide health education to individuals or to groups on campus in order to promote optimal health and prevent future illness.
Coordinate and monitor the CQI and accreditation programs at the Student Health Service.
Working knowledge of patient care practices and held accountable for the continuous and comprehensive management of a broad range of personal health services for which the nurse practitioner/physician assistant is educationally prepared and for which competency has been maintained.
These services include but are not restricted to:
(1) promotion and maintenance of health;
(2) prevention of illness and disability;
(3) diagnosing, treating and managing acute and chronic illnesses;
(4) guidance and counseling for both individuals and families;
(5) prescribing, administering and dispensing therapeutic measures, tests, procedures and drugs;
(6) planning for situations beyond their expertise and consulting with and referring to other health care providers as appropriate; and
(7) evaluating health outcomes.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required for this Position
Preferred Qualifications
Although general medicine knowledge is required, training and/or experience with adolescent medical care is also highly desirable.
Sports medicine knowledge is also desirable.
Work Schedule/Hours: This would be a temporary as needed position to help supplement the work of full time clinicians. The PRN employee might fill in when full time clinicians are out on sick or vacation leave. The PRN employee might work during especially busy clinic times. Student Health has some limited weekend clinic hours and there may be need for PRN weekend coverage at times, too.
Anticipated Hiring Range:
Closing Date:
To apply, visit https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/42428
Appalachian State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.
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