Nurse Practitioner Intensivist – Inpatient CT Surgery

St Joseph Medical Group

Location : US:PA:Reading
Work Type : Full Time
FTE : 1.0
Shift : Varied
Hours : 7p-7a 7 on 7 off
Recruiter : Please contact Esther Zechman at ezechman@pennstatehealth.psu.edu for additional information.

SUMMARY OF POSITION :

We are currently seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to manage and coordinate overnight care in the ICU for Cardiac Thoracic post-surgery patients from 7p-7a. The ideal candidate needs to have the ability to manage high-acuity patients and can prioritize care based on each patient's needs, be detailed oriented and maintain an open line of communication, and model a collaborative, professional relationship with all staff. Works in an inpatient critical care area that also provides mechanical circulatory support. The Nurse Practitioner should be proficient in Chest Tube Placement, Thoracentesis and Paracentesis, Central Line placement and management; A-lines, Swans, IABP management, CRRT management, and Ventilator management. An Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Master’s degree in Nursing
Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment
Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Basic Life Support (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

ICU critical care experience
Two (2) years experience as a Nurse Practitioner
Two (2) years experience as a RN

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

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