Advanced Practice Professional (Np) Hospital Care At Home - Acquisition

How to Apply
This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.
NPs are directed to apply to job # 242469 and PAs are directed to apply to job # 242470
A total of two (2), 0.5 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!
Full Time Salary range: $119,624 - $183,822 / year
What benefits can you look forward to?

• Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability Plan
• Generous Time Off Allowances
• $2200 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
• Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
• Medical Malpractice Insurance
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
• Tuition Support Program
• Wellness Plans
• Work/Life Resources

Responsibilities*
BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This APP is responsible for the clinical screening and admission of eligible patients to enter our Hospital Care at Home (HCAH) program from University of Michigan Hospital. The HCAH program provides inpatient level care for many conditions in the patient?s home, reducing complications after discharge, readmissions, and improving access to inpatient level medical care. They may also participate in-home visits and perform virtual/video visits in the virtual hospital.
The APP will review patients in the Emergency Department (ED) and inpatient units for HCAH program eligibility. Once potential candidates are identified, the APP will collaborate with hospitalist and ED staff to begin admission process into HCAH.
HCAH Acquisition APP Roles and Responsibilities:

• Conduct review of potential patients via the electronic medical record and identify candidates for transfer to HCAH
• Perform comprehensive in-person assessments and physical exams as well as virtual assessments
• Collaborate with supervising physician to develop and implement a plan of care.
• Enter admission orders
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic studies
• Obtain specialty consultation where needed
• Complete clinical documentation in accordance with institutional standards
• Manage incoming referrals and consults to the HCAH service
• Educates eligible patients/families on the Hospital Care at Home model
• Obtains consents for HCAH admission
• Work closely with HCAH team to understand intake capacity to maximize daily program patient intake and addresses obstacles to patient intake
• Communicate and build collegial relationships with clinical staff and multidisciplinary colleagues in the Virtual Command Center and brick & mortar referral sites (e.g., Emergency Department, Med-Surg floors, Primary Care)
• Perform hand-offs to Virtual Hospitalists, RNs, and Primary Care Physicians
• Engage in continuous process improvement and program growth efforts
• Completes comprehensive assessments to identify the physical, psychosocial, behavioral, and environmental needs of the patients to determine if they qualify for HCAH
• Teaches family members and other care givers symptom and medication management and preventative care.
• May participate in the education of health care professionals and students through mentoring and precepting
• May provide in-services, seminars, and presentations.about HCAH
• Communicates effectively and professionally with colleagues and provides support for smooth functioning of patient care team.
• Supports the departments commitment to continuous improvement activities and principles through positive and respectful contribution in problem-solving and change processes
• May participate in research activities

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The employee will be able to perform the assigned duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations:

• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to communicate/exchange information; read, write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Functional visual acuity and hearing for accurate assessment and recording of patient observations and information in clinical records.
• Manual dexterity to perform required procedure activity proficiently and safely.
• Ability to move up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work in a sedentary position for long periods of time, fine motor coordination/dexterity, and may require reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, moving about.

OCCUPATIONAL HAZARD INFORMATION:
Staff members may have routine exposure to all chemical inventory, inclusive of hazardous materials, housed at all work sites for Post-Acute Care, including but not limited to the office, hospital, clinics, vehicles, and warehouse. Chemical inventory reference materials are available to all staff in the form of hard copy and on-line Material Safety Data Sheets.
Staff may carry out assignments in patient?s homes, hospitals, clinics, and Post-Acute Care offices. Staff may drive personal, or University owned vehicle and walk on uneven surfaces to these various work site locations in all weather conditions on a regular basis.
Nursing Specific Info
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
Required Qualifications*
Nurse Practitioner

• Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
• Current specialty certification as an Acute Care NP or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
• Current DEA registration required.
• AHA Approved BLS certification.
• At least two (2) years of APP experience.

Physician Assistant

• Satisfactory completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
• State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
• Current DEA registration required
• AHA approved BLS certification
• At least two (2) years of APP experience.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.
* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
* Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume to be fully considered for this position.
Desired Qualifications*

• Previous experience as an APP in home care.
• APP experience in hospitalist medicine or emergency medicine.
• Experience with electronic medical records
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills, Microsoft Word, e-mail, and smart phones.
• Ability to work non-traditional hours.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a team member.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.

Work Schedule
Hours: 20
Shift: Variable, M-Su with rotating weekends and holidays
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.
Contact Information
If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with Advanced Practice Nursing opportunities please contact Nurse and Physician Assistant Recruitment at (734) 936-5183 or e-mail nurserecruit_umhs@med.umich.edu . For a current listing of all open APRN job opportunities at Michigan Medicine, please visit www.UMnursing.org .
Selection Process
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
242469
Working Title
Advanced Practice Professional (NP) Hospital Care at Home - Acquisition
Job Title
NP MEDICAL SPECIALTY
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Um Hospital
Department
MM Hospital at Home
Posting Begin/End Date
11/24/2023 - 12/01/2023
Career Interest
Nursing- All Nursing
Nursing- Advanced Practice Professional
Nursing- Home Care Services