Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Trauma Services

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

COORDINATES AND DELIVERS PRIMARY AND NURSING CARE

• Working within the approved scope of practice as designated for this type of professional.
• Obtaining complete medical history and physical data on patients.
• Interpreting and integrating data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Performing a complete physical exam and recording findings.
• Collaborating with physicians in managing acute and long-term medical needs of patients.
• Ordering appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures.
• Synthesizing data to determine preliminary diagnosis and therapeutic plan utilizing principles of prevention.
• Administering medications and injections according to physician direction. Suturing minor lacerations.
• Interviewing and advising patients regarding health and illness prevention.
• Recommending community resources to meet patient and family needs.
• Instructing patient and family regarding medications and treatment instructions.
• Maintaining and reviewing patient records, charts, and other pertinent information.
• Posting tests and examination results.
• Triage patient telephone calls and providing consultation.
• Coordinating or when appropriate managing medical and surgical emergencies.
• Providing monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits.

PROVIDES CLINICAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANCE TO BMG PROGRAMS

• Participating in health education.
• Maintaining related records and statistical data and preparing statistical reports as needed.
• Participating in interdisciplinary care conferences and assisting with referrals and dissemination of information to appropriate vendors.
• Assisting in the development and coordination of ongoing education and follow-up programs designed to measure client outcomes.

PERFORMS OTHER FUNCTIONS TO MAINTAIN PERSONAL COMPETENCE AND CONTRIBUTE TO THE OVERALL EFFECTIVENESS OF THE DEPARTMENT

• Aiding in the development and compliance of clinical protocols, policies and procedures.
• Participating in quality review and improvement programs; monitoring quality and outcomes of care rendered.
• Communicating with physician(s) to ensure the quality and timeliness for services rendered to patients.
• Performing other job related assignments and special projects as directed.

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's Six-Point Operating System

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• A valid and current RN license in the state of Indiana is required.
• The successful completion of a nurse practitioner program with applicable national certification is required.
• Two years of clinical nursing experience in practice area and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner six month internship for new graduates or comparable experience is required.
• Master's of Science Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Attainment of prescriptive authority or successful completion of applicable course work and pass state board exam to obtain prescriptive authority within six months of hire date.
• Bilingual speaking and/or writing skills are a plus.