Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Pediatric ENT

Medical College of Wisconsin
parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Wisconsin, Appleton
229 S Morrison St (Show on map)
Nov 23, 2024
Position Description: In the MCW/Children's Wisconsin partnership, there's no greater priority than the care of our kids. The Medical College of Wisconsin is an academic partner Children's Wisconsin, the region's only independent healthcare system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. This free-standing 306-bed children's hospital ranks as one of the top children's hospitals in the United States. The Department of Otolaryngology and Communication Sciences is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support the Pediatric ENT Program located in in Appleton, WI at Appleton Clinic - Children's Wisconsin. The subspecialty of the Pediatric ENT Program (Otolaryngology Program) provides specialized medical and surgical care to infants, children, and teens who have problems with their ears, noses, or throats. The Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology at the Medical College of Wisconsin is the largest group of fellowship-trained pediatric otolaryngologists in the State of Wisconsin - an incredible opportunity to learn from and work with the best! This APP will have an independent ambulatory practice working in conjunction with the department's Pediatric Otolaryngology Division specialist to staff his/her own clinics seeing new and established patients. The APP will work in support of the specialists with complicated patients and ensure appropriate continuity of care for all program patients. The APP will develop and implement clinical pathways/protocols, participate in quality projects, and implement Pediatric Otolaryngology Division initiatives. The Ideal Candidate will be an experienced APP or Clinician looking to be part of a thriving and very collaborative academic practice at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Areas of responsibility will include, but not be limited to providing direct patient care to Pediatric Patients in an Outpatient/Clinic setting. In this role you will, have an independent ambulatory practice working in conjunction with the Department's Pediatric Otolaryngology Division specialist to staff his/her own clinics seeing new and established patients. The APP will work in support of the specialists with complicated patients and ensure appropriate continuity of care for all program patients. Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring pediatric otolaryngology intervention in outpatient environment as a member of the Otolaryngology team. Writes accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders. Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information. Privileged to perform procedures beyond core as identified by the Pediatric otolaryngology services. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care. Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Join Commission. Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard. Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature. Develops and implements clinical pathways/protocols for medical conditions, quality projects, and implementing pediatric otolaryngology initiatives. Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status. Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information Write accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders Develop pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans. Monitor effectiveness of plan of care Educate patients on disease and treatment plans. Perform procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed. Document within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents. Collaborate and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate. Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors. Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Join Commission. Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: MCW is one of the largest healthcare employers in Wisconsin. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace that includes individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that embracing human differences is critical to realize our vision of a healthier world, and we recognize that a healthy and thriving community starts from within. We strive to integrate our human and social differences into MCW's functioning, strategies and culture to create a diverse and equitable workplace. If you believe embracing individuality and working together makes us stronger, then MCW is the place for you. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Learn more about: Appleton Clinic - Children's Wisconsin Children's Wisconsin MCW APPs Preferred Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00a - 5:00p Position Requirements: Preferred Experience: 5 years of APP experience required. Minimum Education: Advanced Practice Nurse: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies Minimum Requirements: or eligible Advanced Practice Nurse Physician Assistant* Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin Physician Assistant License Wisconsin RN License Certification by NCCPA Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA Pediatric Primary Care or Pediatric Acute Care Preferred. Will consider Family NP. 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