Pediatric Palliative Care Instructor / Advanced Practice Provider

The Advanced Practice Provider is a faculty member credentialed and privileged to serve as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. This role is aligned with the OHSU Dept of Pediatrics mission of clinical, advocacy, research, and educational excellence.

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide excellent clinical care.
• Work to ensure a smooth transition of patient care and education between inpatient and outpatient care
• Conduct screening, diagnosis, and medical management
• Complete timely and accurate documentation in Epic
• Communicate to all referring providers and primary care practitioners as needed

 

• Participate in patient and family education in both the inpatient and outpatient setting
• Clarify the medical plan of care and assist the team to assure all communication loops are closed
• Provide telephone advice and follow-up phone calls as needed regarding hospitalization, clinic visits, hospice, and community care

 

• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in a recognized APRN specialty (Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner)

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• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program.

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• Appropriate equivalent degree and certification.

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• Current RN and APRN licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing.
• Current national certification in the area of specialization.
• Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification as indicated for the position
• DEA Certification.

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• Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board.
• Current NCCPA Certification.
• Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification.
• DEA Certification.

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