The Physician Assistant/Certified Nurse Practitioner is a member of a multidisciplinary team responsible for the evaluation and treatment of cardiothoracic surgery patients. Utilizing advanced knowledge and clinical expertise, the Physician Assistant/Certified Nurse Practitioner acts as a clinician, coordinator, consultant, educator, leader and researcher.

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Clinical 80%
A Coordinates delivery of care for patients seen in the cardiothoracic surgery clinic with physicians
and other health care professionals. Provides clinic nursing care and delegation of clinical duties
to LPN's and MA's while in clinic. This care may include but not be limited to obtaining patient
histories, assisting with portions of physical examinations, administering medications, providing
wound care, performing other nursing procedures and documenting nursing functions
appropriately.
A Assesses, utilizing physical assessment skills, and documents the needs of patients and family
members.
B. Participates in, plans, develops, organizes and evaluates the programs in cardiothoracic surgery
for continuity of care.
C. Develops, implements and reviews medical and nursing protocols relating to cardiothoracic
surgery patients from referring institutions.
D. Participates in the interpretation of assessment data in order to determine actual or potential
problems.
E. Assists in the formulation of plan of care with physicians and other health care professionals.
Plans, implements and evaluates nursing interventions based on assessed needs.
F.Facilitates continuity of care through the referral of patients and contacts the referring physicians with both phone contact and follow-up letters.
G. Acts as a patient and family advocate using the nursing process and problem solving techniques.
H. Rounds on hospitalized patients in order to assure the transition of patients between hospital, home and outpatient care.
I. Responds appropriately in emergency situations.
J. Reports actual or potential risk management situations utilizing the hospital notification system.
K. Performs minor procedures in the clinic as instructed by the surgeon.
L. Provides consultations on inpatients.
M.P erforms clinic laboratory testing and procedural testing according to clinic protocols. Reports findings to physician and records on patient medical record.
N. Schedules follow-up patient activities including radiology studies, surgical procedures and other testing as ordered by the MD.
0. Uses critical thinking skills to triage patient care priorities for patient phone calls and needs
P. Acts as liaison between healthcare facilities and other specialty agencies
Teaching/Education 15%
A Provides patient and family education based on assessed need regarding the diagnosis,
treatment, protocols and diagnostic testing in the area of cardiothoracic surgery.
B. Teaches patients and family members on necessary post-op care and necessary prevention
activities.
C. Provides and participates in professional educational activities related to cardiothoracic surgery
patients.
D. Completes annual training and competencies.
Administration 5%
A Initiates and participates in the development of standards and policies regarding patient care
through participation on appropriate committees.
B. Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional status.
C. Promotes positive interpersonal relationships and demonstrates effective communication
methods.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Sensitive to the needs of underrepresented minority populations
Successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program or physician assistant program Passing score on national certifying examination
Licensed in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure)

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About Southern Illinois University - School of Medicine

SIU School of Medicine was established in 1970 with a mission to educate physicians for central and southern Illinois. We are a medical school with four areas of excellence: medical education, patient care, research and community service. SIU School of Medicine provides education to undergraduate medical students, medical and surgical residents, fellows, and physician assistant students. Our clinical practice, SIU Medicine, includes a team of more than 250 health care professionals including university physicians and faculty members who are collectively dedicated to providing excellent medical care, advancement of care through research, and training the next generation of physicians. As the premier provider of health care services, SIU Medicine offers both primary care and specialized treatment services including preventative and diagnostic. SIU works in partnership with hospitals and clinics throughout central and southern Illinois to meet the health care needs of our communities.

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