Advanced Practice Provider I - Renal Services

Role Overview

This position involves providing comprehensive healthcare in designated primary or specialty areas, including patient diagnosis, treatment, education, and referrals. The role serves as a clinical resource, role model, and leader for practitioners and students, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical duties such as history taking, physical exams, assessments, and diagnostics to establish diagnoses and care plans.
• Accurately document health information, manage time efficiently, and collaborate with physicians and team members for optimal patient outcomes.
• Engage patients and families in care planning, education, and self-management strategies.
• Support interdisciplinary collaboration to promote quality care and patient satisfaction.
• Stay informed on advancements through continued education, seminars, and professional activities.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, policies, and accreditation standards, maintaining current licensure and certifications.
• Identify workflow improvements to enhance departmental effectiveness and provide excellent customer service.
• Contribute to departmental goals, participate in meetings, and support organizational mission and objectives.

Qualifications & Skills

• For Physician Assistants: Bachelor's degree, ARC-PA recognized program, current Texas licensure, and NCCPA certification.
• For APRNs: Master's degree in nursing, current RN and APRN licensure from Texas, and certification as Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist in relevant specialties.
• Healthcare provider BLS certification.
• Strong clinical, leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of policies, procedures, and regulations governing practice.