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• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
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Neuro/Spine Outpatient APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) DHIP

JOB LOCATION:   Duke Clinics and Duke Hospital

JOB SUMMARY

The Neuro/Spine APP will provide support and care in the Neuro/Ortho Spine Center during outpatient visit in collaboration with spine care and research teams, hospital and outpatient care teams.    

JOb RESPONSIBILITIES

• In collaboration with attending physician(s), the NP/PA performs triage, physical exams, collects and documents data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies, diagnostic procedures and professional consultations, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications, coordinates the care of patients, and provides direct patient care services. 
• Analyze clinical practice patterns so as to provide the best medical care and to increase effectiveness and efficiency.
• Initiate referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
• Assume responsibility and accountability for managing independent patient load/clinic if deemed needed.  
• Be available to assess add-ons in the clinic.
• Plan, advocate and maximize use of OR block time.  Post-surgical cases and submit paperwork for case posting. Works with Pre-Cert Office, if necessary, to expedite all pre-authorization of surgical cases.
• Communicate verbally and in writing all pertinent patient information to supervising MD, nursing staff, patient resource manager, home health agency, and other relevant healthcare providers.
• Triages outpatient phone calls and coordinates all necessary paperwork in support of direct patient care. Communicate with family members regarding patient care and concerns; provide patient care support and follow up to ensure patient care is coordinated/communicated effectively; provide clinical instruction and oversight to nursing staff. Ensures appropriate communication with all referring physicians. Works with the hospital nursing team, residents, fellows, inpatient APPs, etc., to provide appropriate patient care through discharge and follow up.
• Works with support staff and central Hub to maximize efficiency in clinic scheduling.
• Provide timely documentation in the electronic medical record of all relevant data including results of diagnostic tests; laboratory results; patients' condition and response to therapies/interventions; communications with physician colleagues.
• Communicate with patient and family any care plans, reason for procedures/meds, results of procedures, etc.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education

PA:          Graduate of ARC accredited Physician Assistant Program, Master's Degree preferred

NP:          Graduate of MSN or DNP Nurse Practitioner Program for adult care

Certification

PA:          PA-C

NP:          Certification for the care of adults, e.g., AGNP, AGACNP, FNP, ANP

License

PA:          Medical License issued by NCMB with approval to practice as PA

NP:          RN License issued by NCBON with approval to practice as NP

Experience

1+ years Neuro-Spine APP experience is preferred

HOURS

Primary hours will be Monday through Friday, day shift, with hours flexible to meet the needs of the patients.

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