Master's degree from an accredited nursing or physician assistant program
Nevada state license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or eligibility to obtain prior to start
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members to enhance patient care
Utilize independent judgment for assessment, diagnosis, and medical procedures
Conduct and document comprehensive health histories and physical assessments
Formulate diagnoses and communicate health risk profiles to the care team
Order and interpret diagnostic studies in consultation with colleagues
Educate patients and families to improve satisfaction and health outcomes
Train staff, students, and residents as needed
Benefits
Opportunity to work in both outpatient and inpatient settings
Engagement with a diverse care team including faculty and students
Focus on patient satisfaction and quality interactions
Involvement in training and mentorship opportunities
Full Job Description
This position is responsible for provision of Advanced Practice Provider services to patients in an outpatient and inpatient setting. The position will work as part of a care team at both the UNLV Health outpatient clinic as well as Inpatient hospital settings. Our patient care model includes faculty, residents, and students.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Graduate of an accredited graduate school of nursing or physician assistant program with a master's degree
License in the State of Nevada as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or ability to be licensed prior to the start date
Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Works in conjunction with Physicians, administrative management, nursing and other interprofessional team members to facilitate patient care and management throughout the health care system
Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures commensurate with training and experience
Performs and documents comprehensive health histories and physical assessments, to include initiation of CPR or other appropriate emergency therapy as needed
Formulates diagnoses, identifies problems and health risk profiles, documents and clearly communicates with other members of the health care team
Performs, orders, and interprets diagnostic studies, such as x-rays and laboratory tests, in consultation with peers and colleagues
Assumes a proactive role in patient/family education and patient/family satisfaction in the practice setting
Assumes personal accountability to enhance the patient experience by using high quality, patient satisfaction-directed interactions/tools/activities in the execution of duties
Always interacts with patients and families in a compassionate and respectful manner, at all times
Participates in training of staff, students, and residents; and as requested by Department Chair, Pediatric Surgery Division Chief, supervisors, mentors, and provides education on areas of expertise
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
