Urgent Care APP Fellow

• Passes monthly core competency assessments, participates in lecture and ground rounds, proficient in simulation lab exercises and demonstrates patient care skills commiserate with working in a Level 1 Trauma Center.

• Identifies patient's health and medical status through taking of health histories; performs physical examinations; initiates screening and diagnostic procedures; manages minor trauma and acute health problems; health maintenance and clinical management of stable chronically ill patients.

• Attends Emergency Medicine grand rounds and lectures, develops beginner and advanced skills in intubation, wound care, Central line and CT insertion. Becomes proficient in basic ultrasound diagnostic abilities.

• Conducts necessary steps to obtain comprehensive health history. Performs basic physical, psychological and developmental assessments using the techniques of observation, inspection, auscultation, percussion and palpation.

• Identifies normal and abnormal physical, psychological and developmental findings and appropriately determines when to consult and/or refer the patient to other members of the health care team.

• Assesses, diagnoses, and manages selected acute and chronic illnesses and conditions. Performs or requests laboratory/radiology procedures and/or other screening tests based on age, health history and health assessment. Analyzes and interprets these and other health data. Initiates and implements appropriate treatment plan using established protocols or physician consultation. Administers medications and injections as needed.

• Utilizes automated computer systems, including electronic medical records. Records assessment findings, documents response to these findings. Documents patient information including, but not limited to treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, patient concerns.

• Coordinates necessary appointments and referrals, including the use of community resources, as the patient's health status dictates.

• Consults with physician, as appropriate, keeping physician informed of needs and problems related to patient care.

• Works collaboratively with physicians and other health care providers. Maintains open and supportive communications between all department members and other employees, patients and their family members.

• Continues professional development.

Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Program or Accredited Physician Assistant Program.

Experience: Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/ department preferred.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration:Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required. DEA licensure required. Eligible for prescriptive authority in accordance with State regulations and as authorized by the Virginia Boards of Nursing and Medicine.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrates knowledge and competency of core skills, related to assigned area, that serves as a basis for continued growth and progression of skills and pace. Demonstrates good written and oral communication skills. Computer literacy required for automated computer systems and programs such as electronic medical records.

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Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

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