Job Listing: Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
Duty Locations
1 vacancy - Pittsburgh Metro area, PA<p>A full-time vacancy exists for a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the Behavioral Health Service Line. The incumbent will be assigned to an acute inpatient unit.</P>
Major Duties
1. Is clinically accountable to the physician preceptor.2. Effectively communicates with healthcare providers, patient and families.3. Assess the health status of patients by obtaining history and completing physical examination of patients admitted to the inpatient unit.4. Evaluates and monitors medical problems, consults with the medical physician covering the unit to ensure medical problems are addressed and the patients receive appropriate care.5. Uses CPRS to write admission orders, discharge orders, medications, diagnostic tests, therapies, labs and enter consults in consultation with the physician preceptor.6. Completes all patient and family teaching in an effective manner.7. Completes discharge summaries and all patient documentation in a timely manner and in accordance with medical center and The Joint Commission policies for completeness and inclusion of necessary information.8. The tour of duty for the position will be predominately 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday, however the incumbent will be required to cover other inpatient areas in Behavioral Health for periods of leave of other physician extenders.How to Apply
You may submit your resume for this job online by selecting the 'Apply Online' button at the bottom of this announcement. Please note: your online resume may not be a complete application. Be sure to carefully read this announcement to see if additional information is required and how it should be submitted. If you do not use the online feature, you should send your resume, or Optional Form 612, along with any other required documents to the address shown below.
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You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.
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Contact Information:
Anna Wendt
Phone: 4123654694
Email: Anna.Wendt@va.gov
Or write:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
7180 Highland Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
US
What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 60 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.
Required Skills
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS - Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner:
a. Citizen of the United States.
b. MSN from an NLN accredited nursing program required.
c. ANA certification as a Nurse Practitioner required.
d. Minimum of three years of clinical nursing experience required.
e. Clinical experience as a CRNP for at least 1 year required. (3 or more years preferred).
f. Demonstrates interpersonal skills, decision making abilities and solid clinical expertise.
g. Demonstrates organizational skills and the ability to prioritize work.
h. Demonstrates effective communication skills and ability to function as a team member within a multidisciplinary environment.
i. Current state license and certification.
j. ACLS Certification (preferred).
k. Authorization for prescriptive authority (preferred).
QUALIFICATIONS – Physician Assistant:
a. A bachelor’s degree from a PA training program, which is certified by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA); OR
b. Graduation from a PA training program of at least 12 months duration, which is certified by the CAHEA and a bachelor’s degree in a health care occupation or a health related science; OR
c. Graduation from a PA training program of at least 12 months duration, which is certified by the CAHEA, and a period of progressively responsible health care experience such an independent duty medical corpsman, licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, medical technologist or medical technician. The duration of approved academic training and health care experience must total at least 5 years. In addition, Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants (NCCPA) is required for employment within the VA. This requirement does not apply to non-certified Physician Assistants on the VA rolls as of March 12, 1993.
d. Physical Standards – Must be physically and mentally capable of satisfactorily performing the duties of this assignment.
e. English Language Proficiency – CRNPs/PAs appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English.
f. Experience and/or interest in working with psychiatric patients.
g. Authorization for prescriptive authority (preferred).
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
You must submit to a drug test and receive a negative drug test before you can be appointed into this position.
You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in nurse practitioner/physician assistant for this position.
Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.
Job Details |
Job Location |
Candidate Application |
| Employer: Department Of Veterans Affairs | Address: | Contact: |
| Job Type: Full-time | City: Philadelphia | |
| Experience:Any | State: Pennsylvania | |
| Education: Any | Zip Code:19143 | Online: Website Link |
Salary and Benefits
Salary Range: 0.00 - 0.00 USD per yearSalary will be determined by a Professional Standards Board and is based on qualifications, experience and education.
Benefits
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life
Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci
New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr
You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA
You will earn sick leave. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#SKLV
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
Applicants selected for this position will be eligible to apply for an award up to the maximum limitation under the provisions of the Education Debt Reduction Program.
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