Recognized Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For additional questions, please contact Bri Sellew, Sr.
Physician Talent Advisor, Brianne.sellew@wvumedicine.org
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s
Degree in Nursing.
2. National Certification by one of the recognized APRN
Certification Centers.
3. Licensure or eligibility for licensure as a professional
Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West
Virginia.
4. BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support
training at the discretion of the department.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Dermatology experience preferred.
2. Eligible new graduates will be considered.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. ACNPs and FNPs considered.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Bachelors Degree in Medical Sciences OR Masters Degree in
Medical Sciences OR Master of Science in Physician Assistant
Studies (MSPAS) required.
2. Certification by the National Commission for the Certification
of Physician Assistants required.
3. Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of
Medicine.
4. BLS Certification required with additional Advanced Life Support
training at the discretion of the department.
POSITION SUMMARY: The Advanced Practice Professional (APP) has
coordination and clinical skills required for the comprehensive
management of Dermatology patients. The APP coordinates involvement
of medical specialty teams necessary to develop a comprehensive
plan for the patient, and reviews the plan of care with the other
members of the clinical team, participates in directing that care,
performs diagnostic/therapeutic procedures and coordinates
disposition decisions and discharge planning/follow-up (as
applicable). The APP participates in the education of residents and
medical/nursing students. Provide healthcare services consistent
with state law and the requirements of the professional licensing
or certification authority and/or hospital privileges, where
applicable. Such service may include, but are not limited to.
5. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at the discretion of the
department.
EXPERIENCE:
1. Eligible new graduates will be considered
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Masters level degree as Physician Assistant preferred
EXPERIENCE:
1. Dermatology experience preferred.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are
intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by
people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be
constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and
duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Completes consults and/or emergent/evaluations.
2. With the collaboration of Dermatology faculty or by following
established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional
tests or consults as deemed appropriate.
3. Performs and communicates results of diagnostic tests following
established clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
4. Consults and communicates with clinical and hospital staff
regarding abnormal findings in the evaluations of patients.
5. Performs succinct comprehensive clinical evaluations and
comments findings in medical record.
6. Facilitates patient discharge and/or disposition by coordinating
appropriate services and tests for follow-up appointments in the
clinic (as applicable) or location of necessary care
arrangements.
7. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age
continuum of their educational experience and certification.
8. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective
emergency care.
9. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as
applicable).
10. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills
in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and
management of the individual Dermatology needs of patients.
11. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe
manner.
12. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific
principles, established standards of care and/or research
findings.
13. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching
strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital
staff, students, patients, families and the community.
14. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding
to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness
to learn.
15. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year.
16. Completes all identified clinical competencies.
17. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for dermatology
patients.
18. Provides educational programs to professional and
paraprofessional personnel in area of expertise.
19. Participates in community programs, distribution of literature,
as appropriate in area of expertise.
20. Documents the plan of care, interventions, evaluations and
disposition plans in a clear and concise manner for every patient
visit in the patient’s medical record following approved
hospital/UHA policies and compliance standards for
documentation.
21. Collaborates with other leaders and staff to effectively
achieve patient outcome based improvements in Dermatology.
22. Provides leadership in the development and implantation of
changes in the Dermatology practice that positively impact patient
outcomes.
23. Works collaboratively with medical and nursing staff to
facilitate creative problem solving and provide professional
support.
24. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to
patient care, program development and education. Serves as a
professional role model.
25. Participates and provides leadership for committees and task
forces.
26. Documents hours and submits billing reports, as
appropriate.
27. Reviews and interprets Dermatology data from sources such as
patient registries, clinical and financial reports, access to care,
and cost per case reports and recommends/implements changes as
necessary.
28. Participates in clinical trials and research studies with the
Principal Investigator.
29. Assists Dermatology Faculty, Administrators and Directors in
the collection of outcome measures.
30. Other duties/projects as assigned.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Heavy/Hard Work: Work required strength and/or stamina, lifting,
moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing,
walking and carrying of patients, materials and equipment weighing
40+ pounds.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described
here are representative of those an employee encounters while
performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1. Working closely with others.
2. Protracted or irregular hours.
3. Working around biohazards.
4. Working around infectious diseases.
5. Working with or near the deceased.
6. Working with hands in water.
7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Proficiency with computers.
2. Strong communication skills.
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity
employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender
equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff,
and students, and invites applications from all qualified
applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender
identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics,
disability, or Veteran status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Exempt)
Company:
SMG System Medical Group
Cost Center:
8895 SMG Dermatology Wheeling
Address:
1 Medical Park Drive
Wheeling
West Virginia
Equal Opportunity Employer
West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries
(collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and
complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair
employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not
tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other
covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national
origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy,
sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental
disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in
the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other
characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local
law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are
prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy
applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but
not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline,
compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
