Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care) - SMS-3740

The incumbent in this position serves as a physician extender for the Primary Care Teaching services. All clinical services will be provided within the scope of the
Collaborative Agreement between the incumbent and the pediatric primary care teaching service faculty providers.
Administration & Service – Primary Care and Pediatric Cardiology 95%
1. Sets an example to future practitioners of highly skilled and conscientious practice of Primary Care Pediatrics that is balanced with self-education and other
academic activities.
2. Assists in the delivery of medical services to patients seen in the outpatient setting for consultation or scheduled for procedures under medical direction and
supervision of collaborative physician(s).
3. Manages individual patient care including:
a. Performs health status assessment by obtaining medical and
psychosocial histories and performing physical examination;
b. Orders and interprets diagnostic studies;
c. Develops and implements treatment plan and
d. Performs other diagnostic, therapeutic or corrective measures as necessary.
4. Provides patient education and counseling to patients and their families.
5. Communicates with the physicians, providing a summary of the clinical data and discusses further evaluation and therapy with patients as needed.
6. Communicates with referring providers regarding patient care issues after consultations and procedures.
7. Maintains timely, complete and accurate records of all care provided.
8. Submits billing information in accordance with SIU HealthCare policies.
9. Keeps up-to-date with all medications and doses related to the Pediatric Primary Care.
10. Provides documentation for all outpatient encounters per SIU HealthCare policies.
11. Obtains medical and psychosocial histories and performs physical evaluations on Pediatric Primary Care patients.
12. Manages, diagnoses, treats, and monitors common Pediatric Primary Care conditions and interprets diagnostic studies (labs, X-rays).
13. Provides counseling and psychological support to patients and families as indicated by social and family circumstances. Functions as a patient advocate. Provides information to patients and families regarding community resources available for support to families undergoing treatment.
14. Demonstrates sound knowledge of diagnostic procedures utilized in the treatment and diagnosis of Pediatric Primary Care clinic.
15. Performs diagnostic tests, as ordered by the primary provider.
16. Utilizes proper procedure for administering medication and treatments with special consideration for patient safety.
17. Participates in activities to enhance the academic environment.
18. Participates in the development and implementation of specific undergraduate curricula in Primary Care Pediatrics as requested.
19. Participates directly in Pediatric residency training related to Primary Care.
20. Participates in continuing education programs in Primary Care for both the clinical faculty and for practicing physicians in the area.

Teaching 5%
1. Develop, implement, and be accountable for the education to faculty and staff regarding reporting and other certification improvement processes, strategies,
and skills.

Research
1. Participates in ongoing research activities, quality improvement and patient safety.
2. Provides a role model for students and residents as a teacher and practicing Primary Care Pediatrics.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
• Master’s Degree from an accredited a Nurse Practitioner program.
• Passage of Nurse Practitioner certifying exam.
• Appropriate License in the State of Illinois or eligibility for licensure in the State of Illinois
DESIRABLE QUALIFCATIONS:
• Four or more years of nursing experience in Pediatrics, Newborn, Neonatal units
• One year of advanced practice nursing in Pediatrics