Advanced Practice Provider in Nutritional Support

2 weeks ago

Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States Penn State Health - Physician Recruitment Full time

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Day
Hours: Clinic Hours
Recruiter Contact:

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a dedicated and proficient Advanced Practice Provider (APP) specializing in Adult Clinical Nutritional Support and Endobariatric care. This position focuses on providing comprehensive medical services for adults who require nutritional interventions, endobariatric procedures, and management of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD). The APP will engage in patient evaluations, formulate and execute personalized nutritional strategies in collaboration with our licensed dietitian, and deliver expert care in enteral nutrition. Key responsibilities encompass conducting physical assessments, managing enteral feeding systems, collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, and supporting our patients with MASLD and endobariatric needs. Additionally, the role includes educating patients on dietary adjustments and remaining informed about the latest advancements in nutritional and endobariatric practices.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Patient Evaluation:
    • Conduct thorough physical assessments and patient rounds.
    • Determine patients' nutritional requirements and design customized nutritional plans.
    • Diagnose and manage patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), including treatment planning and ongoing care.
  • Management of Enteral Nutrition:
    • Insert, troubleshoot, and replace enteral feeding tubes (nasogastric, nasoenteric, gastrostomy, jejunostomy).
    • Ensure proper and sterile placement of feeding tubes.
    • Identify and address issues related to tube performance, patient tolerance, and potential complications.
    • Oversee transitions between various feeding tube types based on patient requirements.
  • Patient Education:
    • Provide guidance to patients on dietary changes, particularly concerning MASLD and nutritional support.
    • Track patient progress and offer continuous support.
  • Collaboration:
    • Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
    • Work alongside interventional radiology to offer treatment options and procedures.
  • Ongoing Education:
    • Stay abreast of developments in nutritional and endobariatric practices, as well as MASLD management.
    • Engage in continuous education to enhance expertise in enteral nutrition, endobariatric techniques, and MASLD.
    • The Division of Gastroenterology and the Department of Medicine will provide educational resources and support for professional development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduation from an AMA accredited Physician Assistant Program or a baccalaureate or higher degree program that meets licensure standards in Pennsylvania.
  • National Certification in Pennsylvania or another state with reciprocity and licensure to practice in Pennsylvania.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Relevant experience is preferred.

WHY CHOOSE PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health provides exceptional opportunities for professional growth, exposure to a diverse patient population, and the chance to deliver personalized, innovative, and specialized care to the community.

For additional information:

Penn State Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period, along with a Total Rewards Program that highlights several additional offerings:

  • Be Well: Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts.
  • Be Balanced: Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
  • Be Secured: Retirement plans, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
  • Be Rewarded: Competitive salaries, Tuition Reimbursement, and employee recognition programs.
  • Be Supported: Access to HR resources, Learning and Development opportunities, and Concierge Services for scheduling.

ABOUT PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER:

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, recognized as a Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated institution, Hershey Medical Center values the dedication and hard work of its employees. Through core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our staff is committed to providing compassionate care to our diverse patient population and community. We encourage ongoing professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career advancement.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and is not intended to encompass all duties performed within the position. All selected candidates will undergo a background check appropriate for the responsibilities of the role.

Penn State Health is committed to diversity among its faculty and staff, believing that diversity enriches perspectives and experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.

Union: Non Bargained

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