"Nurse Practitioner - Neurology"

Position Summary

The WashU Sleep Medicine Center is actively seeking a dedicated and patient-oriented Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to fill one position in our outpatient setting. Conveniently located at the Center 40 building in Brentwood, just south of I-64, all clinics will occur in this single, easily accessible location. Importantly, no evening or weekend clinics are expected, and complimentary parking is readily available adjacent to the building.

The position will have the provider focus on evaluating new and established patients who come in with sleep disorders. The most common disorders that are seen at our sleep center include obstructive sleep apnea and insomnia. We also address other less common disorders such as restless legs syndrome, narcolepsy and abnormal movements during sleep. Many of the patients undergo home sleep apnea testing or overnight sleep testing at our sleep center with those tests being interpreted by our board certified sleep physicians at the sleep center.

This position comes with on-site support from engaged collaborating physicians, providing a robust support system. Additionally, easy access to sub-specialty resources and an outstanding clinical support staff at the RN level further enhance the working environment. While there will be some shared patients, the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will have the opportunity to develop their own patient panel with guidance from the collaborating physician, ensuring a level of independence.

Clinical expectations for this position encompass 32 hours of clinic work per a week. Telehealth clinics may also be a possibility, offering flexibility in patient care. This opportunity is ideal for someone seeking a balance of independence and a strong support system to address any questions or issues that may arise in the course of their clinical responsibilities.

Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation and functions within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practitioner’s specialty certification, Barnes-Jewish Hospital medical by-laws, and, where it exists, the collaborative practice agreement.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.
• Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
• May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.
• Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
• Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
• Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
• Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.
• Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.
• Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Exposure to chemicals
Requires protective devices
Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
Patient care setting
Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table
Typically standing or walking
Typically bending, crouching, stooping
Using tools requiring high dexterity
Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment
Office equipment
Lab/research equipment
Clinical/diagnostic equipment

Required Qualifications

Education:
M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Certifications:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications and issuers. More than one credential or certification may be required depending on the role.Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:
Not Applicable

Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:
APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.
Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).

Preferred Qualifications

Skills:
Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management

Grade: S30

Salary Range: $86,300.00 - $155,500.00 / Annually