Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – CV Surgery Unit

Advanced Practice Provider – UAB CV Surgery Unit The following APPs may be considered for this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Work schedule: Full-time, benefited 12 hr – shifts, 10am-10pm 14-16 shifts per month Weekends and holidays required. Every 3rd weekend is required. Shift Differential*: Evening stipend: $45 per shift (regardless of shift length) Weekend stipend: $50 per shift (regardless of shift length)

• Stipends do not stack. The higher of the stipends for the shift is what applies.

CME allowance: Full-time benefited APPs receive an annual $2,000.00 CME allowance. This can be used for recertification, applicable fees, CME courses, etc. that occur after a new employee’s start date. UAB Medicine is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiovascular Surgery Unit team. The APP will be required to work 3-4 shifts per week for total 14-16 shifts per month from 10am-10pm. The APP will be responsible for seeing cardiovascular surgical, interventional cardiology, and structural interventional patients in an inpatient setting, including any new consults or overnight admissions. The APP should have the clinical knowledge necessary to perform history and physical, appropriate exams/diagnoses for patients with cardiac issues. Mission, Vision & Values: UAB Medicine’s mission is to deliver world-class patient care to the residents of Alabama and beyond, advance medical science through pioneering research and train the sharpest medical minds. We expect all employees to adhere to our core values of Always Care, Own It, Work Together, and Do Right. General Responsibilities: To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to surgical patients as assigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code). The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed. To perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient’s medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement. To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities. Key Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implements comprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient and family education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies. 2. Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided. 3. Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient. 4. Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC). May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities. 5. May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers. 6. Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed. Provides educational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriate materials for patients and staff. 7. Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty. 8. Provides a safe environment for patients and others. 9. Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth. 10. Performs other duties as assigned.