NP/PA, Hospitalist (Full Time, Weekends, Variable)

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Fort Worth
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

Location:Medical Center - Fort WorthDepartment:Hospitalist GroupShift:Varying Shifts (United States of America)Standard Weekly Hours:30Summary:The Hospitalist Team consists of about 30 Physicians, 12 APPs including, Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants,who work collaborativelyto admit and manage pediatric patients with a wide range of diagnoses. Responsibilities include admitting patients from the emergency department and direct transfers, obtaining a thorough history, formulating a treatment plan, interpreting diagnostic tests, and addressing any concernsfrom the patients, families, and bedside health providers.We have a 90 day onboarding process for our new graduate advance practice providers with support as they transition into their role. We have opportunities for mentorship and guidance as you enter into practice. Our self-scheduling system managed by our APP Supervisor allows for flexibility and consistent support throughout your career. Many enjoy the 2 or 3 - 12 hour night shifts each week depending on your whether you are full- time or part-time. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant functions in collaborative practice with physician(s) in the hospital setting. The NP/PA is responsible for the assessment, participation in the development of the plan of care, diagnosis and intervention of the assigned hospitalized patient(s) according to approved protocols. The NP/PA prescribes a variety of modalities to meet patient needs, up to and including continued hospital admission or discharge and prescriptive authority. Collaborates with the assigned team members to support and adjust plan of care and length of stay for patient care needs.Education & ExperienceAdvanced Practice Registered Nurses

• Master's Degree in Nursing as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse.
• Minimum 1 year of pediatric nursing experience or related specialized area strongly preferred.Physician Assistants
  • Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
  • Minimum 1 year of experience in related specialized area strongly preferred.Licensure, Registration, and/or CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurses
    • Current Texas professional registered nurse license
    • Current Texas professional advance practice registered nurse license
    • Certified as a PNP or FNP
    • Current Basic Life Support (CPR) required
    • Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) requiredPhysician Assistants
      • Current Texas professional physician assistant license
      • Certified as a PA-C
      • Current Basic Life Support (CPR) required
      • Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) requiredAbout Cook Children's:Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system--we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through--and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.About Cook Children's:Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system--we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through--and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.

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