Nurse Practitioner (B), Medical/Progressive Units

Company: Beaumont Hospitals
Location: Royal Oak
Posted on: September 21, 2022

Job Description:

Be Extraordinary, Join Our Team! Days, Midnights and Rotating Shifts available!Unit Based APP-Nurse Practitioner for Medical Progressive Units4 Center and 6 NorthUnder the general guidance of the medical director and using principles of patient and family centered care, the unit-based nurse practitioner will support nursing staff and patient safety through education, and consultation of patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department and medical staff rules and regulations.ESSENTIAL DUTIES1. Supports nurse driven practice model and acts as unit based clinical resource and consultant for nursing staff.2. Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of patients based upon health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies.3. Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment. Works in consultation and collaboration with the multidisciplinary team in the development of an ongoing plan of care for select patients on the unit, including patients with an acute or immediate need in collaboration with the physician.4. Assist with throughput initiatives, including attending unit-based rounds, reviewing the appropriate level of care, and potential for transfer or discharge.5. Assist nursing to facilitate discharge and post-discharge teaching in accordance with written practice protocols.6. In collaboration with the nursing team, relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the physician and multidisciplinary care team7. Complete documentation and update the problem list for acute problems being addressed by APP8. In collaboration with the nursing team, relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the physician and multidisciplinary care team9. Communicates plan of care and patient status with patients and families and assist with coping mechanisms10. In an acute situation, performs patient triage and determines need for activation of the rapid response team and physician notificationSTANDARD QUALIFICATIONSA. Education / Training: Master's Degree in Nursing from an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner accredited program/institutionB. Work Experience: 1 year of clinical experience as an RN required and 1 year of experience as an Advanced Practice nurse in a specialty clinical setting preferredC. Certification, Licensure, Registration: State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner license required DEA required Certification as ACUTE CARE Nurse Practitioner through ANCC, or AANP Current ACLS Certification within 3 months of hireD. Other Qualifications: Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills consistent with mission and values. Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary to interact with patients in situations requiring sensitivity and tact. Demonstrates strong health assessment skills.BENEFITSBeaumont offers a comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health and life-work balance goals. Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling Our employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans Tuition Reimbursement Relocation assistance Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identify theft protection and even home and auto insuranceABOUT BEAUMONTBeaumont offers you a world of opportunity throughout Southeast Michigan. With eight hospitals and 155 outpatient sites you'll have a wide variety of practice settings to choose from. Beaumont has more nationally ranked hospitals in Michigan than any other health system.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Beaumont Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

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