Advanced Practitioner OB

Under general supervision, provides care for pregnant and post-partum adolescent and adult patients.

Education :

Certified Nurse Practitioner Program OR Physician Assistant Program

Experience :

OB experience preferred

License :

• Current certification with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nurse Midwife OR Certified Women's Health or Adult or Family Nurse Practitioner OR Licensed Physician Assistant
• Completion of "Healthcare Provider" CPR course.
• Valid agreement with Chairman of dept and appropriate Board.

Skills :

Patient & Workplace Safety :

Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.

Patient Population :

Demonstrates competency in the delivery of care and applies the knowledge to meet age-specific needs if applicable.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

1. Assumes responsibility for the initial evaluation and treatment of admitted and triage obstetrical patients.

a) Performs admission history and physical as evidenced by appropriate documentation.

b) Writes standard orders in accordance with hospital policy.

c) Writes appropriate orders related to pre-existing conditions.

d) Discusses with the attending physician and nursing staff physical and / or emotional findings which may interfere with obstetrical care.

2. Evaluates patient progress on a continuing basis and in collaboration with the attending physician; alters treatment modalities.

a) Makes daily rounds on assigned patient.

b) Writes progress notes at least daily documenting pertinent information regarding patient progress and treatment regime.

c) Writes orders appropriate to the patient's care requirements in compliance with existing protocols.

d) Establishes medical diagnoses in compliance with protocols.

e) Refers to the attending physician or designee those problems which require consultation and documents same on progress note.

f) Makes immediate referral of acute and or life threatening patient conditions to attending physician or designee. Documents physical findings and treatment plan.

3. Performs technical functions according to the contract.

a) Documents results of technical functions performed.

b) Reports to physician or designee any abnormal findings related to same.

c) Monitors patient response related to technical function performed and documents same.

d) Contributes to safe and quality care.

3. Performs as Surgical First Assistant on c-sections, tubal ligations, and cervical sutures.

4. Performs clinical functions according to the contract and medical by-laws.

a) Documents results of technical functions performed.

b) Reports to physician or designee any abnormal findings related to same.

c) Monitors patient response related to technical function performed and documents same.

5. Performs activities to meet patient / family educational needs.

a) Participates actively in health teaching of patient and family to include preventative health care as well as current medical condition and treatment regime. Evidence of same by documentation on progress note and / or established flow sheet.

b) Plans and reviews home care instructions with patient and family if needed. Include needs for service provided by community resources and hospital based ancillary services.

All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values :

Respect

I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.

Excellence

I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.

Accountability

I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.

Teamwork

I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.

Ethical Behavior

I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.

Results

I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.

Pay Range

$80,363.74 - $133,809.65

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.