Advanced Practice Provider, ER Geriatric Consult Service (GW Hospital)
GW Medical Faculty Associates · Washington, District Of Columbia, US
Position Summary The position available is for a Geriatric Emergency Advanced Practice Provider, integral to GW University Hospital's accredited Geriatric Em...
Job description
Position Summary The position available is for a Geriatric Emergency Advanced Practice Provider, integral to GW University Hospital's accredited Geriatric Emergency Department (GED). Responsibilities include providing comprehensive care for older adults, conducting patient evaluations, history and physical examinations, prescription writing, interpreting laboratory and radiological tests, and supervising NP, PA, health science, and medical students as appropriate. Additionally, competitive candidates will possess strong problem-solving skills, engage in quality improvement initiatives, support and educate ED staff, and demonstrate professionalism in challenging situations. Special consideration will be given to applicants with experience in quality improvement, telehealth, or geriatric medicine expertise. NO NIGHTS /NO WEEKENDS/NO HOLIDAYS: Education: Licensure: Experience: - NP: A Master's degree in nursing and completion of an approved course of study as a nurse practitioner. - PA: A Master's degree as a physician assistant and completion of an approved course of study as a physician assistant. - Current NCCPA certification and D.C. licensure as a Physician Assistant are necessar...