Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate), Neurosciences Stepdown Unit

The Neurosciences Stepdown Unit treats patients with neurological injuries, who require active medical management. Care in the Neurosciences Stepdown Unit follows evidence-based guidelines and clinical pathways developed by the multidisciplinary team. The APP faculty is expected to work a fair share of weekday and weekend shifts. Clinical Responsibilities: • Assessment and treatment of patients in the Neurosciences Stepdown Unit in consultation with critical care trained physician faculty, including placement and management of arterial and central lines and lumbar puncture. • Rounding on patients in the Neurosciences Stepdown Unit as requested by the primary team, and developing and implementing clinical plans of care. • Close communication and collaboration with the primary team to advance patient care. • Consultation with the critical care physician as appropriate. • Consultation with specialty care providers when appropriate. • Communication with patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, and progress. • Collaboration with primary teams and hospital and unit staff to develop and implement discharge plans for patients in the Neurosciences Stepdown Unit, and promote patient health through education and counseling. • Timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record. • Collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary and interprofessional care team to ensure optimal patient care and continuously improve quality of care. • Adherence to best practice protocols and policies • Delivery of care compliant with the regulations and guidelines by the relevant regulatory bodies. • Treating all patients and co-workers with dignity and respect in alignment with the OHSU Code of Conduct. • Supporting a safe and welcoming environment where all can contribute and prosper. Education and Quality Improvement Responsibilities: • Education of nursing staff, peers, trainees and students in formal and informal settings. • Participation in all relevant conferences and team meetings. • Collaboration with multidisciplinary and interprofessional care team members to establish or revise clinical pathways and patient education materials. Academic and professional development through attendance and/or participation at national/regional conferences is encouraged. The APP faculty may participate in a program of scholarly research activity directed toward improved understanding of the causes, detection, and treatment of diseases. • Successful completion of a Master Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in the specialty of Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG ACNP) from an accredited program. • Current RN and NP licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing. • Current ANCC Certification in the area of specialization. • Current ACLS certification. • DEA certification OR • Successful completion of a Master Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program. • Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board. • Current NCCPA Certification. • Current ACLS certification. • DEA certification • Previous experience as provider in inpatient care setting, ideally with focus on neurological injuries. • Education directed at critical care. • Interest in learning advanced clinical skills. • Interest in further developing leadership skills. • Passion for care of neurologically injured patients. • Successful completion of a Master Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in the specialty of Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG ACNP) from an accredited program. • Current RN and NP licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing. • Current ANCC Certification in the area of specialization. • Current ACLS certification. • DEA certification OR • Successful completion of a Master Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program. • Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board. • Current NCCPA Certification. • Current ACLS certification. • DEA certification • Previous experience as provider in inpatient care setting, ideally with focus on neurological injuries. • Education directed at critical care. • Interest in learning advanced clinical skills. • Interest in further developing leadership skills. • Passion for care of neurologically injured patients.