Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Palliative Care-Hospital and Commu
University Of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
Advanced Practice Professional (PA) Pediatric Palliative Care-Hospital and Community Program
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening. Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
A total of one (1), 0.5 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Responsibilities
Under physician supervision, coordinate care of chronic, complex infants, children, and adolescents up to age 25.
Perform patient assessments at intervals of every two (2) weeks to two (2) months via at‑home, telehealth, clinic, or in‑patient visits, gather information from specialty visits, primary care visits, and hospital encounters, and create and update case summaries, problem lists, and medication lists.
Create and update care plans under physician supervision.
Conduct and document yearly comprehensive assessments on patients.
Participate in patient/family/provider/school meetings as an advocate for the patient when needed.
Participate in bi‑weekly interdisciplinary team meetings, and weekly rounds to discuss new and active patients.
Communicate assessments and care plans to the primary care provider and specialty consultants.
Order tests and prescribe medications.
Confer with attending physicians and communicate with other care providers/consultants to coordinate clinical care.
Maintain accurate documentation regarding patient status, evaluations, and treatment.
Perform other related duties as requested by the attending physician.
Utilize new improvements and/or technologies that relate to job assignment.
Required Qualifications (NP)
Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan.
National Certification as a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
3 years of direct patient care experience caring for medically complex children with advanced illnesses and their families or children receiving palliative services.
Current DEA registration.
AHA Approved BLS.
Required Qualifications (PA)
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by ARC‑PA or one of its predecessor agencies.
Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
3 years of direct patient care experience caring for medically complex children with advanced illnesses and their families or children receiving palliative services.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License.
Current DEA registration.
AHA Approved BLS.
Desired Qualifications
2 years of experience as a practicing Advanced Practice Professional.
Experience coordinating care of complex patients with chronic illnesses.
Experience caring for children with high symptom burden and/or complex conditions requiring multiple consultative services.
Advanced Practice Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Certification and/or Palliative Care training program.
Demonstrated ability to write and communicate clearly.
Demonstrates personal and professional integrity; collaborative and respectful behavior; flexibility.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility, willingness to support team and program growth.
Benefits
Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans.
Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching.
Group Term Life Insurance.
Long Term Disability Plan.
$2,500 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above).
Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities.
Medical Malpractice Insurance.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.
Tuition Support Program.
Wellness Plans.
Work/Life Resources.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 20 Hours/Week. 0.5 FTE, day shift.
NPs will take call on average of one (1) night and one (1) weekend per six (6) week period. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.
U‑M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening. Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
A total of one (1), 0.5 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Responsibilities
Under physician supervision, coordinate care of chronic, complex infants, children, and adolescents up to age 25.
Perform patient assessments at intervals of every two (2) weeks to two (2) months via at‑home, telehealth, clinic, or in‑patient visits, gather information from specialty visits, primary care visits, and hospital encounters, and create and update case summaries, problem lists, and medication lists.
Create and update care plans under physician supervision.
Conduct and document yearly comprehensive assessments on patients.
Participate in patient/family/provider/school meetings as an advocate for the patient when needed.
Participate in bi‑weekly interdisciplinary team meetings, and weekly rounds to discuss new and active patients.
Communicate assessments and care plans to the primary care provider and specialty consultants.
Order tests and prescribe medications.
Confer with attending physicians and communicate with other care providers/consultants to coordinate clinical care.
Maintain accurate documentation regarding patient status, evaluations, and treatment.
Perform other related duties as requested by the attending physician.
Utilize new improvements and/or technologies that relate to job assignment.
Required Qualifications (NP)
Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in the State of Michigan.
National Certification as a Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
3 years of direct patient care experience caring for medically complex children with advanced illnesses and their families or children receiving palliative services.
Current DEA registration.
AHA Approved BLS.
Required Qualifications (PA)
Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by ARC‑PA or one of its predecessor agencies.
Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
3 years of direct patient care experience caring for medically complex children with advanced illnesses and their families or children receiving palliative services.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License.
Current DEA registration.
AHA Approved BLS.
Desired Qualifications
2 years of experience as a practicing Advanced Practice Professional.
Experience coordinating care of complex patients with chronic illnesses.
Experience caring for children with high symptom burden and/or complex conditions requiring multiple consultative services.
Advanced Practice Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse Certification and/or Palliative Care training program.
Demonstrated ability to write and communicate clearly.
Demonstrates personal and professional integrity; collaborative and respectful behavior; flexibility.
Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Flexibility, willingness to support team and program growth.
Benefits
Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans.
Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching.
Group Term Life Insurance.
Long Term Disability Plan.
$2,500 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above).
Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities.
Medical Malpractice Insurance.
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave.
Tuition Support Program.
Wellness Plans.
Work/Life Resources.
Work Schedule
Hours/Week: 20 Hours/Week. 0.5 FTE, day shift.
NPs will take call on average of one (1) night and one (1) weekend per six (6) week period. Weekend and holiday coverage may be required.
U‑M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
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