Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello, Idaho is seeking a skilled and motivated Surgical Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) to join our multidisciplinary surgical team at our Level II Trauma Center in Pocatello, Idaho. This opportunity will provide perioperative care and first-assist support for a variety of surgical specialties, contributing to high-quality patient care in both elective and emergent settings About Your Work: Serve as first or second assist on surgical cases for variety of surgical procedures across multiple specialties, including general surgery, trauma, orthopedic, neurosurgery, bariatric and other subspecialties as needed Perform intraoperative technical skills such as suturing, wound closure and tissue handling Participate in surgical rounding, documenting and communicating with patient progress Work closely with surgeons, residents, nursing staff, anesthesiologists and other team members Support quality improvement initiatives and adherence to clinical protocols Excellent support staff Epic EMR Requirements: minimum 2 years’ surgical experience required Recruitment Package may include: Base Salary CME Allowance Malpractice Insurance About Portneuf Medical Center: In a joint venture partnership with the Portneuf Health Trust, Ardent operates Portneuf Medical Center located in Pocatello, ID. The mission of Portneuf Medical Center is simple: World-class care, every patient, every time. Serving the healthcare needs of Eastern Idaho since 1907, Portneuf Medical Center strives to deliver a higher level of care and healthier community as a 205-licensed bed acute care facility that is home to a Level II Trauma Center and 20-bed ICU. About the Community: Home to Idaho State University and located in Southeastern Idaho, Pocatello was historically referred to as the "gateway to the Northwest" in the 1800s by miners and others on the Oregon Trail who would pass through Pocatello's Portneuf Gap on their journey. Today, residents enjoy Pocatello's affordable housing and emphasis on outdoor recreation- with its numerous hiking and biking trails and proximity to local and state parks, including Massacre Rocks State Park and within 3 hours from Yellowstone National Park and The Grand Tetons, Jackson Hole, Sun Valley and Salt Lake City. This is a unique opportunity to take advantage of the great outdoors while pursuing your career goals. Learn more at: www.portneuf.org/joinourteam . Portneuf Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Portneuf Medical Group, located in picturesque Pocatello, Idaho, is excited to welcome an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to our exceptional Heart Team at the Portneuf Heart & Vascular Institute. We seek a dynamic, motivated professional who is passionate about delivering superior patient care in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery. Position Overview: First assist in cutting-edge Cardiothoracic and Vascular surgeries. Expertise in Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH) required . Admitting service: actively manage and coordinate inpatient care, ensuring continuity from admission to discharge. Collaborate closely with an experienced and supportive team of Cardiothoracic Surgeons, fellow APPs, nurses, and specialists. Join a robust, established team of APPs, ensuring collaborative support and professional growth. Access to the latest technology in cardiac care, including advanced valvular interventions, minimally invasive procedures, and state-of-the-art facilities for ECMO, TAVR, robotic surgery, and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) placement. Work at a modern, 200+-bed hospital featuring a 20-bed ICU, Level II Trauma Center, and Epic EMR system. Exceptional quality of life with clearly defined work schedules and a supportive team environment. Requirements: Minimum 3 years of Cardiothoracic and Vascular APP experience. Proficiency with Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH), Radial Artery Harvesting is a Plus! Active Idaho license or eligibility for licensure. Certifications in BLS and ACLS (preferred). Ideal Candidate: Exceptional clinical judgment and procedural skills. Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and leadership abilities. Dedicated to teamwork, quality patient care, and professional growth. Recruitment Package may include: Competitive Base Salary CME allowance Sign-on bonus Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans Relocation allowance Paid malpractice coverage Health benefits + Retirement plan Marketing + practice growth assistance About Portneuf Medical Center: Portneuf Medical Center, a joint venture with Ardent Health Services, is renowned for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient care. Serving the communities of Southeastern Idaho since 1907, we provide advanced medical care backed by sophisticated technology and exceptional clinical support. Life in Pocatello, Idaho: Discover the perfect balance of career fulfillment and outdoor adventure: Home to Idaho State University. Family-friendly community with affordable housing and excellent schools. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, skiing, world-class fishing, and more. Easy access to renowned destinations including Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton, Jackson Hole, Sun Valley, and Salt Lake City. Elevate your career and lifestyle in one of the most scenic locations in the Northwest. Join our exceptional team today! Learn more and apply: www.portneuf.org/joinourteam Portneuf Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pocatello, ID – Seeking Emergency Medicine Advanced Providers Become a Valued Member of Your Emergency Team As an Advanced Provider, you play a critical role in our mission to improve lives in the Emergency Department and are a valued member of the full care team. At Vituity we know the impact you can have. Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done. Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 890 practices across the country, serving 14.5 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you. The Opportunity Seeking Emergency Department/Urgent Care Center physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Current national certification and DEA are required. Current ID state license is a plus. The Practice Portneuf Medical Center – Pocatello, Idaho 200-bed facility and Level II Trauma Center. STEMI Receiving Center and Stroke Center. 27-bed Emergency Department and an annual volume of 35,000. Excellent working environment in a beautiful setting. The Community Pocatello, Idaho, is a vibrant city that offers a unique mix of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm, making it an exceptional place to live and work. Nestled in the Portneuf River Valley, Pocatello is surrounded by stunning mountain views, including the nearby Bannock Range and Lava Hot Springs, a popular destination for relaxation and recreation. The city is home to the Idaho State University campus and offers a variety of cultural experiences, including museums, theaters, and local events. With four distinct seasons, Pocatello experiences warm summers, crisp falls, snowy winters, and mild springs, making it perfect for hiking, skiing, and outdoor activities year-round. Known for its welcoming community and affordable living, Pocatello is a place where you can enjoy both city amenities and the beauty of nature, with easy access to Salt Lake City and Boise. Benefits & Beyond* Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future. Superior health plan options Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D coverage, and more Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6% plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service) Variety of Pre-Tax Savings Accounts including HSA, FSA, Dependent Care and Commuter Benefits Time Off when you need it: Start with 4 weeks PTO annually and increase to 6 weeks with tenure, plus generous sick leave Flexible scheduling for work/life balance Annual cash bonus Professional Expense Reimbursement for medical staff dues, states licenses, DEA license, and national recertification fees Up to $1,500 annual allowance for medical education courses and professional memberships Student Loan Refinancing Discounts EAP and travel assistance included Free education opportunities for personal and professional growth Several wellness programs that focus on provider wellbeing and health Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us. Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. *Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information. Applicants only. No agencies please.
Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: VPEC Job Summary: The specialty nurse practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA in the ambulatory care setting works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The specialty NP/PA is generally service/physician aligned, managing a distinct patient population in the outpatient setting. The NP/PA functioning primarily in a clinic setting may be required to perform some coordination of inpatient care and facilitate discharges/outpatient follow up. The specialty clinic NP/PA has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice/education and is responsible for ensuring adherence to clinical pathways/protocols and ensures an environment of safe quality care. The NP/PA demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical/technical competence, sound clinical judgment, professional communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and responsible for professional development and competency validation. . Position Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm (10 Hour Shifts) No Weekends or Holidays Department Summary: VPEC has two locations: The Vanderbilt Clinic (TVC) and One Hundred Oaks (OHO), both are fully staffed clinics with 11 Nurse practitioners, 5 registered nurses and multiple MAs and PSRs. The staff at either location performs: vitals, images, sleep apnea screening and a complete review of systems and history and physical on patients undergoing elective surgeries. The nurse practitioners performs these visits in person, while the registered nurses use a virtual phone call model. We can also arrange for lab work and x-rays to be done at the time of the VPEC visit or through a local primary care doctor for our phone call patients. We gather any outside testing and can order electrocardiograms, cardiac consults, stress tests and echocardiograms if felt needed by the attending anesthesiologist. Patients are usually referred to the clinic by one of our surgeons for medical optimization prior to the day of surgery. This process allows our team of Nurse Practitioners to ensure that preoperative patients are properly evaluated, educated and that all necessary testing and patient information are in hand before procedures. This is a free evaluation to assess the patients overall risk for surgery. This better ensures patient safety and helps prevent surgical delays and cancellations on the day of surgery. Once the patient evaluation is completed at VPEC, it becomes part of the patients electronic medical record and is accessible by any Vanderbilt medical provider. VPEC has received several significant industry accolades, including the 2014 Top Performer Award and the coveted 5-Star Award for Overall Quality of Care. This means a score in the 90th 99th percentile based on results and as compared to similar centers nationwide. The award was given to both VPEC clinic sites. VPEC leadership is frequently consulted by other hospitals wanting to improve their preoperative processes. Nurse Practitioner (FNP, ANP, AGPCNP, AGACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) Prior APP Experience Strongly Preferred KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assessment of Health Status Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients. Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions and diagnostic procedures. Coordinates daily clinic schedule with the attending physician team, presents patient report, collaborates in plan of care, and follows assigned patient population. Diagnosis Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care team in making diagnoses of acute and complex chronic conditions. Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions. Formulates Plan of Care Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum. Implements and modifies plan of care Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic, and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation, including minor suturing, complex wound management, line and tube placements and removals. Communication and Collaboration Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the outpatient continuum of care. Documentation Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary, and/or clinic note where applicable. (h&p, daily progress notes, plan of care, problem lists, procedure notes, acute event note, discharge summaries in medical record per specific patient unit or service, death summary) Documentation is timely, meets critical care compliance standards and captures patient acuity. Professional Practice Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including: preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice nurse practitioners, Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidenced based practice. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Our Nursing Philosophy: We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s mission of quality in patient care, education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people, families and communities reach excellent health and well-being. As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee, you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered: Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options Dental and /or vision plan 403 (b) retirement plan Paid Time off (flex PTO) Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied) Short-Long term disability Subsidized backup childcare And many more... Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program! Achieve the Remarkable: Learn more about VUMC Nursing here . Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Licensed Nurse Practitioner - Tennessee Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level: Less than 1 year Education: Master's Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
Position Summary The Telfair Breast Surgery NP/PA works under the clinical supervision of the TBS Breast Specialty Surgeons and administrative supervision of the Director, Telfair Ambulatory Services. The role builds upon general nurse practitioner training and skill sets by requiring specialty focus in Breast Diseases with particular focus on high risk for breast cancers and breast cancer surgical patients, treatment management, and pre-and post-surgical follow-up. The NP/PA maintains a case load of patients and bills appropriately for services rendered. Under the direct clinical supervision of the TBS Medical Director and the partner surgeons, the TBS NP/PA will run a high risk clinic for patients qualifying for high risk for breast cancer management. Clinical support duties, under the supervision of TBS surgeons, include appropriate ordering of diagnostic work up studies per high risk management protocols, monitoring and evaluating progress of patients under surveillance, rounding on patients, first call triage, and ongoing monitoring of patients on clinical protocols by working closely with clinical research coordinator. The NP/PA is expected to bill appropriately and maintain all licensures and privileges to do so. The NP/PA is required to meet all regulatory and compliance aspects of the role and to participate in quality and revenue cycle improvement activities. Education Masters in Nursing - Required Experience 1-2 Years Breast surgical services - Preferred License & Certification Professional License with State of Practice - Required Advanced Practice RN License or Physician Assistant State License- Required ONS Advanced Oncology Certification - Preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required Core Job Functions Under the direction and guidance of TBS Medical Director and TBS surgical oncologists, evaluates and manages patients at high risk for breast cancer. This includes ordering diagnostic testing, clinical procedures, genetic testing, and working closely with physicians to design a plan of care and surveillance milestones, and following up with patients regarding communication of plan, compliance, and ongoing management. Conducts comprehensive holistic wellness and illness assessments and employs evidence-based clinical practice guidelines in care of patients. Provides leadership for collaborative, evidence-based revision of diagnoses and plans of care, to improve patient outcomes. Develops evidence-based clinical interventions and systems to achieve defined patient and system outcomes. Appropriately assess and managers patients; accurately prepares procedure and diagnostic orders, monitors, and evaluates patient progress, promptly responding to changes in patient status. Works under the guidance of surgical oncologists. Routinely attends available continuing educational programs in order to maintain competencies as an oncology nurse practitioner and stays current with advancements in oncology patient management. Adheres to prescription drug or device order guidelines in any health care setting in accordance with regulations. Compliant with all standards of practitioner requirement.