The Department of Neurology is searching for an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) Manager to lead a group of Neurology APPs. The manager will oversee 11 APPs in the Neurology department. This department is projected to see significant growth this fiscal year with several new programmatic initiatives ongoing.
The APP Manager will play a key role in ensuring top of license practice, optimization of the APPs clinical practice and helping to improve access for these patient populations.
Clinical Care
The APP will provide direct patient care through in-person visits which include assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing management of neurological conditions. The APP will cultivate a patient centric environment and serves as the focal professional for the continuity of care in patient care within scope of practice standards, as well as specialty standards.
The APP provide assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. The APP in the ambulatory setting, provides optimal patient care, from diagnostic to prognostic matters.
The APP works in collaboration with the attending supervising/collaborating physicians in accordance with state law and hospital regulations, hospital policy, protocols and clinical pathways and may provide team-based care.
The APP obtains medical histories, performs histories, performs physical examinations, review/orders diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans. The APP may perform procedures, prescribes treatment and medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines, as well as when necessary for scope within specialty or professional competency standards.
Consistently maintains high productivity according to departmental standards.
Patient Education
The APP will educate patients/families on care and recommended or available resources. In collaboration with supervising/collaborating MD.
The APP as a part of a multidisciplinary team provide psychosocial support to patients, their family members, and significant others in a caring, ethical, and professional manner.
The APP will provide care coordination through collaboration with physicians, nursing, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients.
The APP will apply evidence-based principles and guidelines for Neurological treatment, staying updated on the latest research and clinical recommendations.
Documentation
The APP ensures appropriate documentation within the accordance of hospital and regulatory requirements and protects information of all forms.
Quality management
The APP is expected to demonstrate a high standard of moral and ethical behavior, professionalism, compassion, and commitment to patient care.
Engages in daily continuous quality improvement by identifying and implementing processes for improvement. The APP will also ensure compliance with patient related healthcare regulatory requirements, standards and recommendations.
Additional Details
The chosen candidate will lead efforts in recruiting, retaining, deploying, managing performance, and supporting the professional development of APPs. This role plays a key part in achieving institutional quality benchmarks and maximizing APP contributions to clinical outcomes and enhanced patient access. Directly overseeing clinical practice and patient care, the APP Manager will ensure strict adherence to clinical protocols and uphold the highest standards of care to positively influence patient outcomes. Additionally, the APP Manager will actively develop and implement training programs and onboarding for new APPs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Master's or Doctorate in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and Certified Nurse Midwife); Master's or Doctorate in Science (Physician Assistant or Radiologist Assistant)
Experience: 5 years as a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Nurse Midwife, Radiologist Assistant or Physician Assistant
Licensure: Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia and licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist or Certified Nurse Midwife in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia or licensed to practice as a Radiologist Assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification. American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), or Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) required for selected clinical practice settings. Other certifications may be required to be obtained after hire depending on the clinical setting
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking/bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Position Compensation Range: $115,793.60 - $185,265.60 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
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