Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Mott C&W Hospital - Pediatric Hematology

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and consultative care to pediatric patients requiring Pediatric Hematology consultation throughout C.S. Mott Children's Hospital under supervision of the service attending physician and as a member of the care team.
• Provide care to pediatric and young adult patients within Pediatric Hematology (primarily focused on coagulation disorders) in the outpatient and infusion center settings, as well through inpatient consultation.
• Direct patient care and management would include performing and documenting physical exams and histories, review of laboratory and radiographic tests results, and development of treatment plans both independently and in coordination with other pediatric hematology team members.
• Carefully coordinate discharges and follow-up care of pediatric hematology patients.
• Develop and coordinate surgical plans for patients with bleeding and clotting disorders under the supervision of coagulation clinic attending physicians.
• Aid in triaging and coordinating new patient referrals.
• Develop and coordinate treatment plans for patients on high-risk medications including review and assessment of laboratory assays and dosage adjustments.
• Provide patient family education, counseling and support, collaborate with and facilitate referrals to other health care providers.
• Serve as a resource for the health care team members.
• Prescribe according to standard of care patient management and investigational clinical trial protocols.
• Perform invasive and noninvasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated for patient care and clinical research.
• Support clinical research mission of the PHO programs, including care of patients on clinical trials.
• Contribute to the development, modification and interpretation of pediatric hematology guidelines, policies, and procedures, including quality improvement activities.
• Engage in professional development; attend continuing education/staff development programs to maintain knowledge of current literature.

Requirements

• Nurse Practitioner: Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan. Current specialty certification to practice as a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, or Family Nurse Practitioner. Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) or American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Current DEA registration required or ability to obtain. AHA approved BLS certification. Two (2) or more years of clinical experience in pediatrics.
• Physician Assistant: Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP. Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan. State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required. Current DEA registration required. AHA approved BLS. Two (2) or more years of clinical experience in pediatrics.

Qualifications

• One (1) or more years of NP or PA experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills as measured by references and interviews.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
• Demonstrated leadership in work setting and other professional activities.
• Commitment to clinical and translational research with experience implementing clinical trials and academic writing.

Benefits

• Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retail Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Generous Time Off Allowances
• $2200 Annual Professional Development Funds Paid
• Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Program (at supervisor discretion/budget)
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources