Nurse Practitioner Neurology
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Job Location:
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 86300 - 155500
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
The WashU Sleep Medicine Center is actively seeking a dedicated and patient-oriented Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to fill one position in our outpatient setting. Conveniently located at the Center 40 building in Brentwood just south of I-64 all clinics will occur in this single easily accessible location. Importantly no evening or weekend clinics are expected and complimentary parking is readily available adjacent to the building.The position will have the provider focus on evaluating new and established patients who come in with sleep disorders. The most common disorders that are seen at our sleep center include obstructive sleep apnea and insomnia. We also address other less common disorders such as restless legs syndrome narcolepsy and abnormal movements during sleep. Many of the patients undergo home sleep apnea testing or overnight sleep testing at our sleep center with those tests being interpreted by our board certified sleep physicians at the sleep center.
This position comes with on-site support from engaged collaborating physicians providing a robust support system. Additionally easy access to sub-specialty resources and an outstanding clinical support staff at the RN level further enhance the working environment. While there will be some shared patients the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will have the opportunity to develop their own patient panel with guidance from the collaborating physician ensuring a level of independence.
Clinical expectations for this position encompass 32 hours of clinic work per a week. Telehealth clinics may also be a possibility offering flexibility in patient care. This opportunity is ideal for someone seeking a balance of independence and a strong support system to address any questions or issues that may arise in the course of their clinical responsibilities.
Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation and functions within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practitioners specialty certification Barnes-Jewish Hospital medical by-laws and where it exists the collaborative practice agreement.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history performing patient assessment via observation interview and examination; orders performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments screenings immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians patients consultants nurses ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patients condition.
Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.
Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health treatment options and community resources.
Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports records statistics etc.
Maintains a safe comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects including medication administration and family/patient education.
Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures objectives quality assurance programs and safety environmental and infection control standards.
Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional evidence-based patient care.
Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs current literature in-service meetings and workshops.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Exposure to chemicals
Requires protective devices
Dust dirt grease or other disagreeable elements
Patient care setting
Direct patient care setting
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table
Typically standing or walking
Typically bending crouching stooping
Using tools requiring high dexterity
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
Equipment
Office equipment
Lab/research equipment
Clinical/diagnostic equipment
Required Qualifications
Education:
M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.
- Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
- Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications those without a skills assessment component are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Clinical Decision Making Clinical Diagnostics Disease Management Epic EHR Family Support HIPAA Compliance Interpersonal Communication Patient Care Patient Education Patient Evaluations Patient Management Pharmacology Preventive Care Teamwork Time ManagementGrade
S30Salary Range
$86300.00 - $155500.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
