The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides patient care in outpatient, surgical, and inpatient settings under physician supervision. The role involves assessing patients, diagnosing conditions, developing treatment plans, performing procedures, and prescribing medications in accordance with Arkansas law. The APP collaborates with healthcare team members, supervises ancillary staff, and maintains professional standards and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Obtain medical histories and perform examinations to establish a working problem list.
• Assess patients, identify health conditions, establish diagnoses, and develop treatment plans.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Perform routine procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing, and wound care.
• Prescribe medications, including controlled substances (Schedule III-V), following legal and protocol guidelines.
• Document all patient care activities accurately in medical records.
• Recognize limits of expertise, collaborate with or refer to other healthcare providers as needed.
• Supervise nurses and ancillary personnel involved in patient care.

Compensation

• W-2 employment tax status.
• Compensation model categorized as 'Other' (specific salary details not provided).

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage not offered.

Shift & Schedule

• Not explicitly specified in the job post.

Requirements

• Current, unencumbered RN or APN license from the State of Arkansas, or Physician Assistant license from Arkansas.
• Ability to perform advanced patient assessments and procedures.
• Knowledge of prescribing laws and protocols for controlled substances.
• Strong documentation and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
• Commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and organizational values.
• Experience in outpatient, surgical, or inpatient care settings preferred.
• Critical thinking skills and ability to recognize limits of expertise.
• Supervisory skills for overseeing nursing and ancillary staff.