APP Hospitalist

Job DetailsJob Location: SWEETWATER, TX 79556Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Hospitalist provides high-quality, evidence-based inpatient medical care in collaboration with the supervising physician(s). The APP evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and coordinates care for hospitalized patients while promoting safe, efficient, patient-centered care.

Responsibilities include managing acute and chronic medical conditions, participating in multidisciplinary rounds, facilitating discharge planning, and supporting quality improvement initiatives. The APP practices within the scope defined by state regulations, hospital bylaws, credentialing requirements, and collaborative practice agreements. Essential Duties and

Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations. Evaluate and manage hospitalized adult patients with acute and chronic illnesses. Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans. Order, interpret, and act upon laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic studies.

Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice. Perform daily inpatient rounds and document patient progress. Respond to changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions. Coordinate admissions from the Emergency Department and direct admissions as assigned.

Participate in discharge planning to ensure safe transitions of care. Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care.

Care Coordination Collaborate with hospitalists, specialists, nursing staff, pharmacists, therapists, case management, and ancillary departments. Participate in multidisciplinary rounds. Communicate effectively with consulting physicians and primary care providers.

Assist in reducing unnecessary length of stay while maintaining quality outcomes. Facilitate timely consultations and diagnostic testing. Documentation Complete accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record.

Ensure documentation supports medical necessity, coding accuracy, and regulatory requirements. Complete discharge summaries and transition documentation as appropriate. Quality and Safety Follow evidence-based clinical guidelines. Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Support hospital goals related to: Readmissions Length of stay Hospital-acquired conditions Patient safety Sepsis management Core measures Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities. Professional

Responsibilities

Maintain required licensure and certifications. Participate in continuing education. Maintain collaborative relationships with physicians and clinical staff. Participate in department meetings and educational conferences. Procedures as indicated with appropriate credentialing and approved privileges Qualifications

Qualifications Education Nurse Practitioner Master's or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited program OR Physician Assistant Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Licensure Current Texas APRN or PA License DEA Registration Texas Controlled Substance Registration Certifications Required: BLS ACLS Preferred: FCCS ATLS Experience One to three years of hospitalist or inpatient medicine experience preferred.

Experience managing adult medical patients.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Strong clinical assessment skills Critical thinking and clinical judgment Ability to independently manage complex medical patients within scope Excellent communication skills Team-oriented approach Strong documentation skills Knowledge of evidence-based medicine Familiarity with CMS quality measures EMR proficiency Physical

Requirements

Frequent standing and walking Ability to lift up to 35 pounds Ability to respond rapidly to emergencies Manual dexterity sufficient for procedures and documentation Work

Schedule

Typical Schedule: Weekday and Weekend 8-hour days. Typically 8am-5pm Holiday coverage will be required Occasional night coverage if required Performance Expectations The APP Hospitalist will be expected to achieve performance standards including: Average documentation completion within 24 hours.

Completion of discharge summaries within 72-hours of discharge. Participation in multidisciplinary rounds. Compliance with evidence-based clinical pathways.

Support organizational goals for: Reduced length of stay Reduced re-admissions Appropriate utilization Patient satisfaction Quality metrics Sepsis bundle compliance Medication reconciliation compliance Scope of Practice The APP Hospitalist functions under the supervision of the CMO in accordance with: Texas Board of Nursing or Texas Medical Board regulations Hospital Medical Staff Bylaws Collaborative Practice Agreement (NP) Delegation Agreement (PA) Hospital credentialing and privileging policies