Advanced Practice Provider – NP/PA – Sickle Cell Urgent Care
| Company | Medical University of South Carolina |
|---|---|
| Location | Moncks Corner, SC, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Master’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant
- Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a PA, FNP or ANP preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
- DHEC and DEA licenses
Responsibilities
- Provides direct care to patients through taking comprehensive history and performing physical examinations
- Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results
- Initiates referrals to other health care providers, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
- Documents and bills for direct care provided
- Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
- Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
- Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
- Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
- Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
- APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
Preferred Qualifications
- Physician Assistant (PA) or if APRN, License Type/Certification identified below: AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)
- Minimum of 1 year as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in primary care or urgent care setting
- Experience with treating sickle cell patients