Advanced Practice Registered Nurses / Physician Assistants
Internal Number: 649768
The Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider exercises independent judgement in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures, in accordance with the licensure regulations of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and as delineated in the written Scope of Practice and Protocol. Demonstrates respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines while using an integrated team-based approach to achieve desired patient outcomes. Utilizes evidenced based standards, guidelines and protocols for care delivery. Participates in quality and best practice initiatives by utilizing standards and guidelines for cost effective care delivery to continuously improve patient care and enhance outcomes. Performs high-quality clinical practices and effective patient management under physician supervision by following state regulations, including primary and secondary specialty care in clinical and surgical practice settings.
Job Responsibilities
Practices in accordance with safe and effective standards of care and ensures compliance with professional and ethical standards of practice
Communicates appropriately with physicians, peers, nursing staff and other healthcare providers
Develops differential diagnosis and plans of care based on data collection and revises based on physiologic and psychosocial findings. Interprets and synthesizes laboratory, imaging and other pertinent data. Reviews patient plan of care with interdisciplinary team and with the patient and family
Evaluates and documents patients' response to care, and evaluates impact of illness on patients' health status, functional status, nutritional status, sleep and rest patterns, family and social relationships, and establishes a health promotion strategy
Assumes clinical management for the acute care patient population in collaboration with physicians in practice
Provides accurate record keeping as evidenced by complete and pertinent history and physicals, pre-operative progress notes, discharge summaries and data information sheets
Serves as a role model and preceptor for new Advanced Practice Providers and students
Assists physicians in the care management of patients during emergencies
Participates in and supports the departmental, hospital and system-wide quality performance improvement initiatives
Supports departmental cost savings strategies and provides care in an efficient and cost conscious manner
Assists in the development and revision of standards for patient populations and integrates evidence-based research findings into clinical practice
Participates in clinical research/data collection and assists in projects and planning for continual development of respective specialty
Provides clinical and professional educational programs to improve staff knowledge
Inova Medical Group is a team of talented and experienced physicians employed by Inova, providing world-class healthcare for the Northern Virginia and greater Washington, DC metro area. More than 400 physicians – experts in primary care medicine and adult specialties – are located throughout the region. Our physicians work together with Inova's extensive network of hospitals and outpatient facilities.
