Assesses and plans for direct patient care, and provides leadership within the E/R in association with supervising physician. Responsible and accountable for the care given to the patient and for the decisions regarding tasks delegated to licensed and non-licensed personnel. Assesses patient’s needs by determining planned procedure and physician preference. Plans for care of patient during intra-operative phase by being prepared for the surgical procedure. Graduate of an accredited Physicians Assistant program. NCPAA certified in Missouri. PA License BLS ACLS