Advanced Practice RN/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

About the role

The APP roles within UNLV Health provide primary and specialty healthcare services under the direction of a physician in a clinical setting. Services provided by the APP's can include diagnosing patients, ordering laboratory tests, prescribing medication and managing health conditions through evaluation and education.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in an outpatient and inpatient setting.
• Provide clinical services as assigned.
• Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing/presenting illness, risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation, and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
• Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
• Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests.
• Seeks other information as needed, including consultation with physicians and other clinicians, for evaluation of illness.
• Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan, including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws.
• Handles minor lacerations.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments.
• Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention.
• Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical charts by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications, and treatment in written/computerized manner.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development, and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty.
• Complies with patient confidentiality requirements.
• Promotes patient advocacy.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/emails.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
• May be shared with other sub-specialty services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and unrestricted license.
• Must be certified through a national certifying body.
• Must hold a Certificate of completion from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Must have or be eligible to have a Nevada Pharmacy and DEA License.
• Current BLS or CPR Certificate (additional certification may be required based on specialty).
• Minimum five years of professional experience in a clinic setting, plus two years of PA or NP experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of community, professional, and educational resources.
• Knowledge of practice management systems including electronic health record systems (EHRs).
• Ability to competently use Microsoft Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and appropriate practice management software.
• Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking, and other organizational matters.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the public.

Benefits

• Pay range for this position is $115,000-$130,000 per year, depending on years of experience.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.
• Advantages of working for UNLV Health include:
• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM!
• 12 Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment!
• 20 + PTO days per year! (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date!
• CPR Certifications reimbursed by UNLV Health!
• Pay may be higher than listed range, based on experience!
• And more!

Pay

Pay range for this position is $115,000-$130,000 per year, depending on years of experience.

Schedule

Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM!(Actual hours may vary depending on business need)