(Archived) Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

• In the ambulatory /outpatient setting, performs medical acts independently in accordance with standards of APRN licensure.

• In the inpatient setting, performs medical acts independently within a collaborative practice with a licensed physician under practice guidelines with are mutual agreed upon between the APRN and collaborating physician and which are jointly acceptable to the medical and nursing professions.

• Provides nursing and medical services to individuals, families and groups, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention.

• Provides leadership and consultation to patients, families, nurses and other health care providers to affect patient care outcomes.

• Identifies and addresses specialty teaching/learning needs of patients and families.

• Maintains a safe environment for patient/staff while executing daily operational activities in a cost-effective manner.

• Assumes responsibility for own personal/professional growth and development by identifying learning needs, planning and achieving goals.

QUALIFICATION

• EDUCATION:

  • Masters degree or Doctoral Degree from an accredited t nurse practitioner program

  • Leading to certification in Adult, Family or Pediatric practice.

• EXPERIENCE/SKILL SETS:

  • Two years of nursing experience prior to advanced degree preferred.

  • If hired for Pediatrics: Two years of nursing experience with infants, children and/or adolescents preferred.

• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION(S):

  • Current licensure as an APRN by the State of Vermont.

  • Certifications as an adult, family, or pediatric nurse practitioner by a national organization, which is recognized by the Vermont State Board of Nursing preferred.

  • Qualified to be credentialed by the BMH Medical Staff.

  • Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

  • DEA license.

  • If hired for Pediatrics: Certification as a pediatric nurse practitioner by a national organization.