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Advanced Care Provider (ACP) is a Certified Physician's Assistant (P.A. -C) or an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or a Doctoral Nurse Practitioner (DNP) who delivers primary and specialty patient care with a high degree of expertise.Professional services include formulating an evidence-based care plan based on assessment, examination, and selected diagnostic procedures within their scope of practice.There are 4 roles which fall under this job description:ACP, ACP/Hospitalist, ACP/Walk-In Clinic and ACP/Casual.
ACP
Under the general guidance of the Chief Medical Officer and in accordance with the Board of Medical Examiners directives, the ACP will follow Standards of Care - Best Practice Guidelines in the clinic and/or hospital setting.
- Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats diseases and adverse health conditions.
- Order and evaluate diagnostic testing. Identify proper diagnosis and create appropriateplan of care.
- Patient education regarding treatments, procedures, tests and their subsequent results.
ACP/HospitalistIn addition to the role and function of ACP above, the ACP/Hospitalist will:
- Deliver primary and specialty patient care with a high degree of expertise.
- Formulate an evidence-based care plan based on assessment, examination, and selected diagnostic procedures within their scope of practice.
- Collaborate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
- Work to achieve the highest level of satisfaction of coordinated clinical management from patients and families.
- Provide Hospitalist functions that center around population management of inpatients by directing, coordinating and supervising patient care activities.
- Provide diabetes education and wound care.
- Provide education to patients, families, and clinical staff.
- Work in conjunction with Inpatient Services Manager and staff to ensure optimal care and outcomes for patients.
- Participate in and provide recommendation regarding best practice to Hospital Engagement Network Teams.
- Provide additional services as directed by the CMO.
ACP/Walk-In & Primary Care ClinicIn addition to the role and function of ACP and ACP/Hospitalist above, the ACP/Walk-In & Primary Care Clinic will:
- Provide timely and efficient medical services to all patients who present to the Clarke County Family Medicine Walk-In Clinic during the following hours:
- Monday - Friday 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday and Sunday 09:00 - 17:00
- Coverage for Walk-In Clinic hours will be provided in schedule format for the Clinic Manager and approved by Chief Medical Officer
ACP/CasualIn addition to the role and function of ACP and ACP/Walk-In & Primary Clinic, the ACP/Casual will:
- Provide timely and efficient medical services to all patients who present to the Clarke County Family Medicine Walk-In Clinic during the following hours:
- Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
- Sunday 09:00 - 13:00
QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum RequirementsIdentify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.
Preferred or SpecializedNot required to perform the essential functions of the position.
Education: Certified Physician's Assistant (P.A.-C) or
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) or
Doctoral Nurse Practitioner (DNP).
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program.
Certification in specialty areas or demonstrate active progress toward attainment of certification.
Current licensure as P.A.-C in state of Iowa
Current licensure as RN and ARNP in state of Iowa
Education in management and care of chronic and acute wounds and ostomy care.
Preferred education and certification as a Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
Experience: Experience in management and care of chronic and acute wounds and ostomy care.
EPIC charting.
License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.
Current, active, and unrestricted Physician's Assistant Board Certification.
Current, active, and unrestricted RN and ARNP license in the State of Iowa with appropriate certifications as necessary by licensing boards.
Current prescriptive authority in the State of Iowa including DEA Registration.
Current BCLS and ACLS certifications.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have a desire to serve patients and be self-motivated
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong interpersonal communication skills for working with patients and clinical team members.
Ability to accept responsibility and account for own actions.
Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
Ability to inspire oneself and others to reach a goal and/or perform to the best of their ability.
Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee and patient safety.
Effectively deal with diverse client population and community partners.
Ability to actively attend to, convey, and understand the comments and questions of others.
Ability to allocate authority and/or task responsibility to appropriate people.
Detail oriented, and organized
Ability to make decisions in emergencies
Independent discretion/decision making
Basic computer skills
Other: Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position.
Shifts:Days 7a-7p - Walk-In
7a-5p - Hospitalist
Weekends: Yes
Holidays: Yes, rotating