Nurse Practioner - Inpatient/ICU
Company: Pulmonary Medicine Associates
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 9, 2024
Job Description:
Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in
Northern California? Pulmonary Medicine Associates, treating
patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years,
currently has an opening for an Advanced Practice Provider to be
part of our hospital ICU care team in the Sacramento area. APP's
work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical
care. Training provided. Full time. Must be able to work both day
and night shifts. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Visit
our website at www.pmamed.com
Inpatient APP Duties Include:
- Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to
hospital ICU patients and delegated medical tasks, using
established and approved protocols as required by PMA and hospital
policy.
- Conduct comprehensive history and physical exam, perform
diagnostic reasoning, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform
invasive procedures and write prescriptions.
- Collaborate with the patient, family members, and other members
of the healthcare team to review the plan of care and reach the
best possible outcome.
- Educate patients on procedures, treatment protocols, wellness,
prevention, and early detection by providing materials and
resources to the patients and families.
- Document all services and orders in the patient's electronic
medical record.
- Participate in quality improvement, management, continuing
education, and other patient care programs.
- Assist in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries
from patients and/or their families.
- Maintain confidentiality of all patient information according
to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD
- 401k with generous company match
- Relocation assistance
- Malpractice insurance
Requirements
Education/Licensure/Certifications:
- Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in
Nurse Practice (ARNP) - ACNP preferred
- Current, unrestricted California NP license
- Current Board certification in relevant specialty
- Current DEA certificate without restriction
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical
principles, procedures, and techniques
- Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient
treatment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills along with
proper telephone etiquette Ability to relate to patients, their
families, and members of the healthcare team in a tactful and
professional manner
- Minimum three years of related RN work experience; at least one
year of related NP experience (preferred) or an equivalent
combination of education and/or experience
- Ability to provide medical services within the scope of
licensing and training.
- ACLS required.
Compensation Information:$165000.0 / Annually - $165000.0 /
AnnuallyStarting At: 165000.0 AnnuallyUp To: 190000.0 Annually
Keywords: Pulmonary Medicine Associates, Chico , Nurse Practioner - Inpatient/ICU, Healthcare , Sacramento, California
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