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NP Oncology Full-time
Nebraska Methodist Health System

Advanced Practice Provider - Thoracic Cancer Center - Full Time - Days

Nebraska Methodist Health System Council Bluffs, IA
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Methodist Jennie Edmundson Thoracic Clinic Address: 933 East Pierce St. Council Bluffs, IA Work Schedule: M-F 7:30a-4p 40 hours per week Provides primary health care for patients. o Provides health care for patients seen in the Lung Cancer Clinic. Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions Provides primary health care for patients by utilizing the process of assessment and diagnosis of health status, development and implementation of treatment plans and follow-up and evaluation plans of patient outcomes. Participate in tumor board meetings, prepare patient history and participate in morning huddle. Provides patient and family education regarding proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness by interviewing and advising specifically to patient needs and recommending appropriate community resources. Prepares prescription orders/inquiries/renewals to facilitate patient care by writing orders for drugs and controlled substances and relaying information to pharmacy. Administers medication and immunizations to ensure patient health by injection, inhalation or oral methods. Perform patient consultations/physical exams to determine the assigned patient's needs independently and under physician direction. Includes obtaining patient medical history, checking vital signs, performing tests relevant to patient condition and recording findings. Obtain patient's medical and psychosocial history; perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Collaborate with physicians and other clinical disciplines as appropriate. Provide teaching and patient education specific to the patient's health care problem. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Develops preliminary diagnosis to prescribe diagnostic and therapeutic procedures by ordering appropriate laboratory tests, interpreting data, and utilizing principles of prevention. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicates effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintains a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Perform technical skills competently and independently to assure patient safety. Is accountable to learn new skills and equipment within areas' specifications and time frames. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e. falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Completes appropriate report form for any risk (e.g. incident report, patient concern report, and maintenance request. Communicates to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Participate in clinic quality improvement processes. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Performs telephone triage to determine patient special needs by recording patient condition, providing appropriate consultation and scheduling appointments when needed. Schedule: Work Schedule: M-F 7:30a-4p 40 hours per week Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduated from an accredited program for the education of Physician Assistants approved by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) required. Masters of Science (MS) Degree. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Experience Minimum of two years of previous clinical experience. Experience in Oncology is preferred. License/Certifications Current, valid, and maintained Physician Assistant (PA) license in the state working without restrictions required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Certification through the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. Unencumbered Controlled Substance Registration Certificate (CSRC) through the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) required. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate and interact with patients, family members, hospital personnel, and co-workers. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Fingering/Touching Grasping Hearing Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Reaching Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Rare (1%-3%): Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) NICU only Occasionally (34%-66%): Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born & blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
NP Part-time
Nebraska Methodist Health System

Advanced Practice Provider - Hospitalist - PRN/Causal - Rotating

Nebraska Methodist Health System Council Bluffs, IA
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital Address: 933 E Pierce Street, Council Bluffs IA Work Schedule: Rotating shifts 6p-6a; 7p-7a; 9a-9p Casual/PRN employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week. Treats and evaluates patients under the authorization of the collaborating physician. Responsibilities: Essential Job Functions Performs all functions and procedures of Hospitalist physicians under general direction by collaborating physician. Provides care for Hospital patients in a Hospital setting by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status, development and implementation of treatment plans and follow-up and evaluation plans of patient outcomes. Interprets and evaluates patient data as authorized by collaborating physician. Requests diagnostic procedures as indicated by pertinent data and patient medical status. Provides instructions and guidance regarding medical matters to patients. Completes detailed and accurate patient histories and reviews patient records to develop comprehensive plan of care. Performs patient care to include evaluation and management services and minor therapeutic procedures as per Hospital policies and congruent with Medicare guidelines. Performs patient physical exam to ensure patient health by obtaining patient medical history, checking vital signs, performing tests relevant to patient condition and recording findings. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits. Assists in facilitating quality patient care according to the standards of Hospital. Performs telephone triage to determine patient special needs by recording patient condition, providing appropriate consultation and scheduling appointments when needed. Prepares prescription orders/inquiries/renewals to facilitate patient care by writing orders for drugs and controlled substances and relaying information to pharmacy. Administers medication and immunizations to ensure patient health by injection, inhalation or oral methods. Provides patient and family education regarding proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness by interviewing and advising specifically to patient needs and recommending appropriate community resources. Develops preliminary diagnosis to prescribe diagnostic and therapeutic procedures by ordering appropriate laboratory tests, interpreting data and utilizing principles of prevention. At the direction of the physician, provides patient and family education regarding proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge /awareness and recommending appropriate community resources. Provides appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Schedule: Work Schedule: Rotating shifts with Night coverage 6p-6a; 7p-7a; 9a-9p Casual/PRN employees work on an ‘as needed’ basis to meet the needs of the business. Work days/hours will often vary from week to week. Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, valid state license and certification as Nurse Practitioner (APRN). Experience Two years previous Nurse Practitioner experience required, preferable in a hospital. License/Certifications Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) license required in the state working without restrictions. Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multistate license or temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. Maintain current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): - Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): - Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): - Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/visual Speaking/talking Standing Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1%-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-Ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): - Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67-100%): - Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born & blood borne viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) Blood or Body Fluid (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
NP Outpatient Part-time
Nebraska Methodist Health System

Nurse Practitioner - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Part Time - 20hr Week - Days

Nebraska Methodist Health System Omaha, NE
Why work for Nebraska Methodist Health System? At Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Location: Methodist Physicians Clinic - Westroads Office Park and Nebraska Methodist Hospital Address: 8303 Dodge Street, Omaha Work Schedule: .5 FTE : M-F with rotating weekends. Provides quality of care and safety to our patients and employees. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Perform primary health care for patients by utilizing the processes of assessment and diagnosis of health status. Obtain patient's medical and history information, data collection is prioritized according to immediate condition or needs. Perform physical exam and determine patient's mental status. Develop and implement treatment, follow-up and evaluation plans for patient outcomes. Collaborate with physicians and other disciplines as appropriate and provides regular and consistent feedback. Use appropriate assessment techniques & diagnostic information. Performs tests relevant to patient condition and record findings. Order appropriate ancillary tests. Derive diagnosis from the assessment data and diagnostic information as data becomes available. Use new or additional data to form a treatment plan. Perform telephone triage to determine patient condition and provides appropriate consultation scheduling appointments when needed. Incorporate research into clinical practice as appropriate. Implement interventions consistent with the established plan of care in a safe and appropriate manner. Apply established therapeutic practices to patient's problem. Administer medications and immunizations using the appropriate method and with physician oversight if applicable. Prescribe medications according to Controlled Substance Registration Certificate issued by the DEA. Generate referrals to appropriate services as needed to further diagnose and/or progress of care. Evaluate patient care to determine response to care/interventions for optimal patient outcome. Evaluate the patient's capabilities and/or limitations related to nursing and medical interventions. Recognize and address patient and family capabilities and limitations (physical and mental). Return patient telephone calls. Monitor outcomes and documents patient response to interventions. Seek out new treatment methods necessary to ensure patient progress. Provide patient and family teaching and education specific to the patient's health care. Proper use of medication and health/illness prevention to ensure adequate knowledge/awareness. Interview and advise specific to patient needs. Demonstrate sensitivity to family regarding need for patient information on a timely basis. Work collaboratively with physicians and other team members to provide appropriate patient education geared to the patient's needs and family's ability to provide care. Use adult learning principles for teaching purposes being careful to check for understanding and being available for follow-up questions. Recommend references and resources such as printed materials, online, community and other information sources to fulfill the family's need for education. Maintain a professional behavior in attitudes, demeanor, and interactions to achieve organization's mission. Communicate effectively with physicians, staff and patients. Is approachable and professional in working with other health professionals, patients and their family. Maintain a professional appearance, behavior, and work environment. Initiate action to correct, prevent, and/or minimize risk(s) to the patient, family or hospital/clinic employees (i.e., falls, needle sticks, patient concerns). Communicate to appropriate personnel regarding unresolved issues. Serve as a role model in the provision of emerging care. Serve as a reliable/knowledgeable resource for staff. Participate in meetings, research on special projects and professional organizations. Comply with the bylaws, rules and regulations of the organization as they pertain to Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants. Know and follow organization policy & procedures. Follow Medical Protocols for professional discipline. Maintain certification/licensure. Follow guidelines of regulatory bodies (FDA etc.). Maintain complete patient records. Document data appropriately. Document treatment plan of care that is individualized, appropriate and reflects patient's needs. Document interventions. Document consultations with other practitioners/physicians. Participate in performance improvement and outcome management. Meet regularly with medical director for chart reviews. Identify concerns in patient care & follows up according to hospital policy. Participate in patient satisfaction and other quality improvement initiatives. Participate in tracking of variances in care. Provide appropriate care specific to the age of the patient to ensure understanding and comfort level of treatment as outlined in the "Age Specific Criteria". Demonstrates ability to identify opportunities for and give individualized customer service/patient care according to customer/patient needs. Right Task Right Person Right Communication (clear, concise, correct, complete) Right Feedback Schedule: Work Schedule: .5 FTE : M-F with rotating weekends. Job Description: Job Requirements Education Graduate of Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) program. Satisfactory completion of annual mandatory education requirements. Experience Minimum of three years previous experience in a related clinical area preferred. License/Certifications Current valid Registered Nurse (RN) License, valid compact multi-state license , or a temporary permit while awaiting licensure required. Current Nurse Practitioner (APRN.NP.NE or ARNP.IA) licensure for work state required. Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Strong leadership, problem-solving and medical judgement skills required. Ability to perform numerous tasks at once. Physical Requirements Weight Demands Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): Climbing Crawling Kneeling Sitting Frequently Performed (34%-66%): Balancing Carrying Crouching Distinguish colors Keyboarding/typing Lifting Pulling/Pushing Repetitive Motions Stooping/bending Twisting Constantly Performed (67%-100%): Grasping Hearing Reaching Seeing/Visual Speaking/talking Walking Job Hazards Not Related: Electrical Shock/Static Radiation Non-Ionizing (Ultraviolet, visible light, infrared and microwaves that causes injuries to tissue or thermal or photochemical means) Rare (1-33%): - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) Occasionally (34%-66%): Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) Equipment/Machinery/Tools Explosives (pressurized gas) Frequent (67%-100%): Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.
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