Advanced Practitioner-Surgical
Location: Charleston South Carolina
Description: Roper St. Francis Healthcare is looking of Advanced Practitioner-Surgical right now, this career will be placed in South Carolina. Further informations about this career opportunity kindly read the description below.
- Bachelors Degree is required
Under the supervision of the Medical Director or physician supervisor, the Surgical Advanced Practit! ioner assists physicians in rendering care to patients. Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating and implements plan of care in consultation with supervising physician; serving as the primary liaison between the nursing staff and the physician; and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team in discharge planning and/or arranging follow up care. This position may serve as first and/or second assist on surgical cases, position is located in surgical areas.
Minimum Qualifications :
Education: B.S. Degree is required. Graduate of a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program accredited by an appropriate agency recognized by the South Carolina State Board of Medical Examiners (SCSBME).
Experience: Experience as s urgical first assistant or as a NP or PA assisting in surgical procedures preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Must be licensed and/or certified by approp! riate agencies as required by state law. Must be licensed by S! CSBME. BLS or ACLS required as determined by the area of practice. Other certifications may be required depending on the location of the position.
Primary Source Verification : â€" http://www.llr.state.sc.us/
Knowledge/Skills: Knowledgeable in basic patient care, as well as scope and responsibility of a midlevel provider. Knowledge of the practice to give and evaluate patient care. Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods and techniques of professional on-going patient care. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in preparing and maintaining records and writing reports. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, hospital, medical staff and the public. Ability to analyze situations and apply criti! cal thinking. Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Other: This position relies on the supervising physician to be available for consultation, provide advice and assume care of patients who have conditions that place them outside the scope of practice. This position must b e able to utilize, understand and physically operate clinical equipment as well as office equipment such as computer terminals, telephones, etc. Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations. Empathy in communication with families. Able to communicate accurately and positively with other health professionals. Good interpersonal skills required. Ability to perform arithmetic calculations with accuracy. Ability to establish priorities and apply common sense approach to patient care.
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If you were eligible to this career, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to Roper St. Franci! s Healthcare.
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This career starts available on: Sun, 16 Jun 2013 16:22:42 GMT