APRN/PA - Advanced Endoscopy
APRN/PA - Advanced Endoscopy
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Type of Position:
Clinical Staff - Nursing
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Sponsorship Available:
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):
- Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
- Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
- Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
- Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
- Career Training and Educational Opportunities
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy
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Department:
ICE SUSL GI Clinic Mid Level
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant (APRN/PA) will be a vital member of the Advanced Endoscopy team within the Division of Gastroenterology at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). This provider will assist physicians with clinic operations organize patient visits and perform clinic procedures. They will also serve as a high-level clinical extender working both independently and collaboratively with supervising physicians to manage patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings. The APRN/PA will perform clinical assessments assist with care coordination answer MyChart and in-basket messages respond to patient questions and phone calls and manage prescriptions. They will conduct inpatient rounds complete consults and follow-ups coordinate procedures and facilitate transitions of care. In the outpatient clinic (2 half-days per week) they will see patients pre- and post-procedure follow up on pathology and imaging and ensure patients receive comprehensive education and appropriate follow-up. The provider must possess a high level of clinical expertise to assess diagnose and treat actual and potential problems in patients undergoing complex GI procedures such as EUS ERCP EMR and ESD. The APRN/PA will serve as a key communicator between the care team and patients ensuring timely complete and accurate information sharing.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
APRN:
Masters Degree in Nursing
Three years of nursing experience
Acute Care Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
APRN License
PA:
Masters Education
PA Licensure
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
Inpatient (5 days/week):
Round daily on inpatients who have undergone or are scheduled for advanced endoscopic procedures. Perform and document inpatient consults and follow-up visits in coordination with the attending advanced endoscopist.
Communicate consult findings and recommendations to the referring teams and ensure continuity of care.
Coordinate the timing and logistics of procedures with endoscopy radiology anesthesia and other teams as needed.
Monitor lab results imaging and clinical status; escalate issues to the attending when necessary.
Outpatient Clinic (2 half-days/week):
Evaluate and manage new and follow-up patients in the Advanced Endoscopy Clinic under the supervision of a physician.
Conduct pre-procedure assessments including review of history medications and surgical risk. Review pathology and imaging results with patients and initiate appropriate next steps based on physician guidance.
Provide education to patients and families regarding procedures preparation post-procedure expectations and follow-up care.
Facilitate smooth care transitions between outpatient and inpatient settings when necessary.
Ensure patients are appropriately scheduled for procedures follow-up visits imaging and labs.
Provide timely responses to MyChart messages and phone calls related to the advanced endoscopy service.
Track and follow up on pathology results imaging studies and specialty referrals.
Coordinate with nursing staff schedulers and support services to ensure procedure instructions are received and understood by patients.
Collaborate with the administrative team to help optimize scheduling templates and workflow efficiencies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to advanced endoscopy (e.g. post-procedure complication tracking patient education material development patient satisfaction).
Assist in developing standardized protocols for pre- and post-procedure workflows.
Participate in case conferences morbidity & mortality reviews and academic discussions.
Other duties as assigned.
Salary Information:
Required Documents to Apply:
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact for any recruiting relatedquestions.
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Annual TB Screening Criminal Background Check Substance Abuse Testing
This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
Feeling Grasping Hearing Kneeling Lifting Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding Pulling Pushing Reaching Repetitive Motion Sharps Sitting Standing Stooping Talking Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
N/A
Benefits Eligible:
YesEmployment Type
Full-Time
