Department Name: MG330: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Job Summary: This position is located in Morehead, KY.
The APP functioning within the women's health ambulatory service line works in collaboration with, and is an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team.
The APP functions primarily in the clinic managing the OB/ GYN needs of the identified population and may also work closely with the outpatient testing groups like ultrasound. The APP is generally on a service aligned team and manages the care of the outpatient with the team. In some instances the APP may have responsibilities for this same patient population in the consultative inpatient setting or serves a resource for the inpatient care team.
The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care. The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation. Skills /Knowledge/Abilities: N/A
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants
Required Related Experience: No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification : Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
Preferred Education/Experience: N/A
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