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LAYIQ - Nocturnal Endocrine Advanced Practice Provider at MD Anderson Cancer Center

Responsibilities

Direct Medical Practice
Provide inpatient endocrine and diabetes clinical coverage during overnight shifts with attending physician oversight
Manage endocrinopathies and endocrine-related complications associated with cancer therapies
Assess and manage glucose control, lipid management, insulin therapies, and insulin pump patients
Conduct comprehensive health assessments, develop treatment plans, implement care, and evaluate outcomes
Practice autonomously within scope of practice and collaborate across the healthcare continuum
Initiate clinical assignments independently and communicate effectively with physicians and care teams
Attend Diabetes Services Meetings and Division of Internal Medicine Grand Rounds
Share responsibility for inpatient service coverage, triage, consultations, and scheduling coordination
Respond to telephone consultations and provide clear written and verbal clinical communication
Inpatient Night Shift Endocrinology-Diabetes
Provide initial assessment and management of urgent endocrine and diabetes issues throughout the institution during overnight hours
Complete post-admission assessments for patients with diabetes admitted overnight
Perform inpatient consultations and follow-up visits as assigned by attending physicians
Follow patients after surgery, observation admissions, and prior endocrine service encounters
Manage high-risk diabetes patients including insulin pump patients, Type 1 diabetes patients, and patients using concentrated insulin
Review discharge instructions and assist with medication access and test claims before discharge
Retrieve and review laboratory results and glucose monitoring data for patients followed by the inpatient diabetes service
Round on patients not seen by the day team to ensure glycemic control and continuity of care
Titrate insulin regimens for patients whose blood glucose values fall outside targeted ranges
Facilitate communication and handoffs through IPASS documentation and coordination with faculty and day-shift APP teams
Quality Patient Care
Perform and document histories, physical assessments, and progress notes within established timelines
Coordinate physician co-signature requirements for co-managed patients
Order routine tests appropriate to patient care services and review laboratory and biopsy results
Prescribe medications and treatments within authorized delegated prescriptive authority
Complete routine patient admission procedures and enter clinical information into electronic systems
Interview patients regarding symptoms, treatment side effects, toxicities, and protocol participation
Calculate medication dosages when appropriate and document findings accurately
Assess toxicity, monitor disease response, and maintain protocol-specific documentation
Ensure compliance with clinical protocols and provide physician support as needed
Schedule and perform delegated medical procedures as required
Education, Research & Collaboration
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and disease management
Conduct in-service education for nursing and clinical personnel regarding protocol requirements
Serve as a liaison among patients, families, physicians, and members of the healthcare team
Participate in the education of Advanced Practice students, Physician Assistant students, medical students, and house officers
Train coworkers on documentation processes and data entry procedures
Participate in clinical research protocol activities under physician supervision
Screen patients for protocol eligibility and assist with follow-up coordination
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, excellent interpersonal skills, and effective communication
Maintain a positive service-oriented approach and follow through on problem resolution
Serve as a Team Leader for advanced practice professionals after the first year, as assigned
Operational & System Support
Advocate for quality patient care and assist patients in navigating healthcare system complexities
Promote a safe care environment and participate in correcting system issues affecting patient care
Respond to overnight patient calls and requests from clinical team members
Address inquiries from recently discharged patients through askMDAnderson
Dictate consultation and follow-up documentation as required
Assist with departmental projects and special assignments
Support cost-effective care delivery and responsible resource utilization
Collaborate with all departments to ensure continuity of patient care
Other duties as assigned
EDUCATION
Required: Degree requirements as defined by the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) or Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) as required for clinical licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required: 2 years Professional clinical experience. Required experience may be substituted with the successful completion of a one year advanced practice provider fellowship/residency program.
Preferred: Three to five years experience as a clinical advanced practice provider. Previous clinical practice in oncology, critical care, internal medicine, hospital medicine or pediatrics.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required: PA - Physician Assistant Written authorization from the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners (TSBPAE) to function as Physician Assistant. Upon Hire or
Required: APRN - Adv Practice Registered Nurse Written authorization from the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) to function as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse. Upon Hire or
Required: ACNP - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
Required: ACNPC - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - AACCNCC Upon Hire or
Required: ACAGNP - Acute Care Adult/Geron NP Upon Hire or
Required: AGACNP -Adult-Gerontology AcuteCare NP Upon Hire or
Required: AGPCNP -Adult-Gero Primary Care NP Upon Hire or
Required: ACNPC-AG - Cert AD GEY Acute Care NP Upon Hire or
Required: AGNP - Adult/Gerontology NP Upon Hire or
Required: ACPNP -Acute Care Pediatric Nurs Prac Upon Hire or
Required: ANP - Adult Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
Required: FNP - Family Nurse Practitioner Upon Hire or
Required: GNP - Gerontological Nurse Prac Upon Hire or
Required: PNP - Pediatric Nurse Practit Upon Hire or
Required: PMHNP - Psych/Mental Health NP Upon Hire or
Required: WHNP - Womans Health Nurse Pract. Upon Hire or
Required: APNP - Advanced Practice NP Upon Hire or
Required: BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire or
Required: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Upon Hire or
Preferred: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association Basic Life Support Upon Hire
Preferred: PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification as required by patient care area. Upon Hire
Required: Clinical Privileges Must obtain and maintain relevant clinical privileges. Continued employment in this position at MD Anderson is contingent upon maintaining these privileges.
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent

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