APP Epilepsy Program - EMU (Full Time, Days)

Job Summary

Primary responsibility in association with the Attending Physician, for the inpatient management of the pediatric neurology patients in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU). Responsibilities include completing history and physical examinations; ordering and interpreting radiological test results; prescribing medications; documenting patient care services within the EMR and departmental records; and performing procedures within scope of practice and demonstrated through competency. Coordinates a team approach of treatment for Epilepsy patients. Reports to the Neurology APP Manager. 

Job Specific Duties

• Conducts medical rounds, oversees, implements, and documents the plan of care in collaboration with other disciplines and services to assure quality care/best practices in place. 
• Writes orders, monitors/alters drug therapies, and preforms other procedures within education and experience per established protocol. 
• Provides patient information and effectively completes the hand off process to MDs using SBAR at shift change and patient reassignments. 
• Maintains a high level of critical thinking and time management skills. Completes clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner of 24 hours.
• Reviews all patient records prior to admission (i.e.; labs, consents, advance directives, custody documentation) in a timely and accurate manner. 
• Participates in State-wide Epilepsy programs, works to identify, create and implement programs that serve as early detection for treatable neuro conditions. 
• Provides mentoring in precepting APPs/ Medical Students/Residents; actively provides feedback and detailed description of areas. 
• Ensures zero-based medication errors by efficiently and accurately ordering medication following “Five Patient Rights of Medication Administration” and Medication Admin policies and standards. 
• Provides education to patient/families on the continuing plan of care to include medications and side effects, updates patient/families daily on Plan of Care (POC). 
• Accountable for all standard key metrics in measure of Epilepsy program coordination. Influences quality of patient care through research. Evaluates data and updates database/patient outcomes. 

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Minimum Job Requirements

• Master's degree in nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited school of Nursing 
• Valid Florida APRN License - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment 
• Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC), American Academy of Nurse Practitioner Certification Program (AANP), or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB) 
• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment 
• American Heart Association (AHA) PALS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment 
• Level II Background Check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification preferred 
• Able to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Able to interpret, adapt and react calmly under stressful conditions 
• Able to recognize subtle changes in the patient’s condition and to adapt care based on those changes 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and conflict resolution skills 
• Able to work independently and collaboratively with other disciplines using discretion and independent judgment
• Able to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families, and co-workers
• Able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Able to react quickly to new challenges (unanticipated events) and resolve issues and address requests in a timely fashion

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