NP/PA MEDICAL - NEPHROLOGY

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NP/PA MEDICAL - NEPHROLOGY

4/14/26Sparrow Hospital

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Job ID: 53673

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Positions Location: Lansing, MI

Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Responsible for the provision of clinical care and patient education for adult gynecological patients under the clinical guidance and supervision of the physician. The Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner works independently in performing daily responsibilities as appropriate under their license and within their scope of practice.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Under the direct supervision of the physician, delivers professional services to the service's patients within the limits of knowledge, experience, and within the scope of practice under the licensure of the profession.
• Assures accurate and timely history and physical assessments, including completion of patient chart, internal admission notes, consults, daily progress notes and discharge summaries on the service's patients in the Hospital, the Outpatient Clinic, and/or the Satellite Clinics as assigned.
• Ensures that accurate and thorough patient and family instructions are provided throughout the care of the patient
• Outpatient : serves as patient escort for patients; provides professional services to the patient population through the PA/NP Clinic and as needed; performs core specialized diagnostic, therapeutic and other procedures as assigned
• Inpatient Services: when assigned, supports the service through daily rounds, participation in patient care conferences, and other activities related to the treatment of the service's inpatient population
• Outreach: when assigned, provides professional services at outreach locations as needed
• Supports and participates in research activities, quality of care initiatives, and educational programs as assigned; initiates and pursues self-development activities related to the service; promotes understanding of research findings for staff, students, and peers
• Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow's Behavioral Standards of Performance (ICARE)
• Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality through consistent adherence to HIPPA Security and Privacy procedures and protocols

Job Requirements

General Requirements • Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. • Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). • Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. • Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). • Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. Work Experience None Education • Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program • Current BCLS • Current State of Michigan APP Certification (NP or PA) • Successful completion of hospital accreditation Specialized Knowledge and Skills • Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians and other caregivers • Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/ social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care may be gained through education, training or experience.

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking an enthusiastic APP for our Nephrology team. The Nephrology practice provides exceptional inpatient and outpatient care to adult Nephrology patients. University of Michigan Health - Sparrow delivers quality care in a diverse and family-friendly community and is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region.

8 hour shifts M-F and 1 Saturday per month

No call

Outpatient and Inpatient

Experience with Nehprology patients is a plus

UM Health-Sparrow Offers:

Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with matching funds, generous CME benefits

Malpractice insurance

Learn more about this position by contacting:

Melissa Lucero, Sr. Recr;uiter

Office: (517) 364-5817

Email: melissa.lucero@UMHSparrow.org

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Physicians & Advanced Practice Providers

Requirements:

Shift

• Days

Days Degree Type / Education Level

• Master''s

Master''s Status

• Full-time

Full-time Facility

• Sparrow Hospital

Sparrow Hospital Experience Level

• Under 4 Years

Under 4 Years

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