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Advanced Practice Provider - Pulmonary InpatientThe following APPs may be considered for this role: Adult Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician AssistantWork schedule: Part-time, benefited12 hr - PM shift:7 shifts per monthWeekends and holidays are required.-PM Stipend: Base salary plus $10,000.00 PM stipend (paid out monthly - $833.33).CME allowance: Full-time and part-time benefited APPs receive an annual $2,000.00 CME allowance. This can be used for recertification, applicable fees, CME courses, etc. that occur after a new employee's start date.UAB Hospital's Pulmonary Division is expanding and looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Pulmonary Advanced Practice Provider (APP) team

This part-time inpatient position provides care for our diverse and medically complex pulmonary patients during their hospital stay. You will collaborate closely with a supportive team of physicians and APPs dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-focused care. Our team-based environment supports autonomous practice and offers a schedule designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.

We also welcome new graduates, offering structured onboarding and mentorship to ensure your success.No matter what drives you - whether it's the fast pace of trauma care, the celebration of a last infusion treatment, caring for the sickest babies in the region, or the longstanding relationships developed in family medicine - UAB Medicine offers advanced practice providers (APPs) the opportunity to challenge their skills across the entire continuum of care. Our 750-plus inpatient and ambulatory APPs work alongside world-renowned physicians and a host of dedicated care team members to deliver on our mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care. This happens through collaborative practice, which is more than a set of terms and guidelines; collaboration at UAB reflects a true partnership among APPs and physicians, patients, and our interdisciplinary care teams

You're empowered to lead and put patients first. Your creativity, innovation, and know-how are seen as essential contributions to helping deliver best-in-class health care. You'll also participate in research and develop best practices to drive innovation and improvement, both at UAB Medicine and across the APP community.General Responsibilities:To provide medical care and treatment within established scope of practice to surgical patients asassigned by and under the direction of the collaborating physician (Section 610-X-5 of the Alabama Board of Nursing Administrative Code) or under supervision of a Board-Certified Physician (Section 540-X-7 of the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners Administrative Code)

The collaborating physician shall be available for direct communication for consultation and referral or arrange for the same medical coverage by a physician who is pre-approved by the State Board of Medical Examiners in the same manner as the collaborating physician of record. To coordinate plan of care, discharge and specialty referrals as appropriate to meet the age specific needs of the patient. To plan and coordinate health care education for patient, family and other health care providers as needed.

To perform comprehensive physical examinations and assessments. To interpret, analyze and evaluate patient's medical record and social data. To perform and/or assist the physician with procedures per collaborative agreement.

To coordinate and participate in performance improvement activities.Key Duties & Responsibilities:1. Based on thorough physical and psychosocial patient assessments, formulates and implementscomprehensive patient care plans focused on surgical interventions. Plans include patient andfamily education, prescriptions, additional lab and diagnostic testing, and therapies.2

Ensures complete documentation of patient assessments, patient care plans, and care provided.3. Orders and interprets laboratory and other diagnostic tests for the patient.4. Maintains records and reports as required by regulatory agencies and The Joint Commission (TJC)

May coordinate and/or participate in performance and quality improvement activities.5. May assist in the coordination of research protocols, serving as a patient advocate and a liaison between the patient and other health care providers.6. Provides assistance in orientation and/or training of new clinical personnel as needed

Provideseducational information by conducting workshops, in-service training and distributing appropriatematerials for patients and staff.7. Serves as the expert clinical resource to clinical staff and patients in the area of specialty.8. Provides a safe environment for patients and others.9

Demonstrates a responsible attitude toward continued professional growth.10. Performs other duties as assigned.