The Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA/NP) for Hepatology/GI within UNLV Health serves as a Specialty Care credentialed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner providing primary gastroenterology and hepatology medical services to patients of all ages, under the direction of a physician. Services provided by the APP can include diagnosing patients, ordering laboratory tests, prescribing medication and managing health conditions through evaluation and education. Provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and assessment services to patients in the clinical setting. Manage acute and chronic conditions. Provide education, disease prevention, and pre-operative and post-operative instruction. Ability to see patients independently, as well as in collaboration with the physician. The position requires the ability to work closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team-based approach to patient care. May work with GI and Internal Medicine patients as the Hepatology service line expands. Will also support the digestive health service line.
ADVANTAGES OF WORKING FOR UNLV HEALTH- Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
- 12 Full- Day and 2 Half-Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
- 22 PTO days per year
- 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 years of experience
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS - Minimum of five (5) years of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting, plus two years of nurse practitioner experience
- Minimum of one (3) years' experience in Internal Medicine, GI, or Hepatology
- Minimum of three (3) years of Supervisory experience
- Master's degree in Nursing required
- Current and unrestricted NV Registered Nurse license required
- Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required
- Nevada Pharmacy and DEA License required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification required (additional certification may be required based on specialty).
- Valid Driver's License
- Must maintain all required certifications or licensures
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES - Provide patient care in an outpatient 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
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
- May include performing repetitive tasks
- May include working with challenging patients and clients
- May include lifting up to 25 pounds
