APP Master Sessions-The Advanced Practitioner in the Neuro ICU

The Advanced Practitioner in the Neuro ICU – Expanding the Role

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Video Summary

The video is a presentation by Dr. Robert Blessing, a nurse practitioner at Duke University, about the utilization of advanced practice providers (APPs) in the neuro ICU. Dr. Blessing discusses the expanding role of APPs in healthcare and the importance of role clarity for successful integration and program sustainability. He highlights the development of APP roles in the neurocritical care unit at Duke University and the challenges and improvements they have experienced over time. Dr. Blessing also emphasizes the impact of APPs as educators, collaborators of care, and providers in the ICU. He discusses the financial aspect of APP practice, including billing and reimbursement for critical care services. The video concludes with Dr. Blessing discussing future directions for APP roles, such as interprofessional education, research involvement, and expanding the APP role beyond the ICU. Overall, the presentation provides insights into the role and impact of APPs in the neuro ICU setting and their importance in delivering high-quality patient care.

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Robert Blessing, MSN, BSN

Keywords

Dr. Robert Blessing

neuro ICU

APP roles

role clarity

Duke University

challenges

high-quality patient care

financial aspect