Adv Practice Provider / Inpatient / Full time

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission : To enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives. Our values : Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

Job Summary : Under the supervision and in collaboration with a licensed physician, who is a member of the active medical staff, performs various medical duties for the hospital and in participating in patient management as a member of a treating team within the scope of practice of an APP. Provides team direction on assigned unit as necessary. Reports to the designated Division Medical Director of appropriate service.

PROVIDES GENERAL CARE AND TREATMENT OF PATIENTS WITHIN THE SCOPE OF PRACTICE OF AN APP.

• Undertakes only those clinical procedures for which delineated privileges have been requested, clinical competence has been demonstrated, and which have been approved by the Board of Directors of Gaylord Hospital.
• Obtains medical history and performs physical examinations on patients in collaboration with the physician and other members of the treating team.
• Prescribes a diagnostic and treatment plan on admission including but not limited to laboratory, tests, x-rays, consults, and referrals.
• Documents information appropriately and according to standards set in Medical Staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and policies.
• Prescribes medications in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Evaluates physiological and behavioral responses to interventions, discusses changes in patients' status with the attending physician and other clinical staff, and prescribes alterations in the treatment plan as needed.
• Incorporates research data into practice as appropriate.
• Responds to urgent problems in the hospital, as appropriate.
• Becomes actively involved in various administrative committees and projects as determined by the CMO or designee. Also participates in quality improvement projects.
• When necessary, performs procedures and other tests within prescribed limits under the general supervision of a member of the medical staff.
• Becomes an integral part of the team and is willing to provide backup as needed.

PARTICIPATES AS A MEMBER OF THE INTERDISCIPLINARY TEAM

PROVIDES EDUCATION FOR PATIENT, FAMILIES AND STAFF AS APPROPRIATE.

ADMINISTRATIVE / APP

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

IT IS ICARE

Qualifications :

Hours : Full time

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer

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