Acute Care Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Acute Care/Critical Care - FT

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Werner Park, Louisiana, is looking for a healthcare professional to join their hospital medicine team. This role involves providing primary and urgent medical management while ensuring comprehensive patient care across all ages. The ideal candidate will have advanced degrees in nursing or related fields and should be experienced in teaching residents and medical students.

Flexibility in scheduling and strong interpersonal skills are paramount. Responsibilities include developing clinical skills among staff members and adapting to diverse patient needs.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or relevant Bachelor's degree required.
• Preferred 3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and urgent medical management.
• Deliver comprehensive patient care across all ages.
• Teach residents and medical students.

Skills

Computer skills for data entry

Effective verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of healthcare policies

Ability to work in teams

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine

Graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program

Job description

Role Overview

This position supports hospital medicine patient care across the organization's network, working collaboratively with residents, fellows, attendings, staff nurses, discharge coordinators, and other healthcare professionals under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and urgent medical management, including emergency stabilization of critically ill patients.
• Deliver comprehensive patient care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other criteria appropriate to patients across all ages.
• Plan, implement, and evaluate medical and nursing care in partnership with PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinators.
• Teach residents, medical students, and other staff, and develop their clinical skills.
• Offer patient and family education and facilitate discharge planning.
• Adapt communication and intervention strategies to meet the specific needs of diverse patient populations.
• Perform additional related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in nursing, OR Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.
• Work Experience: None required; preferred 3 years of related experience.

Certifications

• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) License in the state of practice.
• Family or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner Certified by ANCC or AANPCP.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as permitted by the State Board of Nursing.
• Physician Assistant: License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified, BCLS/ACLS, and PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) as required.
• Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice under the Board of Medical Examiners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient computer skills for data entry and retrieval; effective verbal and written communication; ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-based applications, specialized software, and keyboard use.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with patients and healthcare teams.
• Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at departmental and system levels.
• Reliable transportation for travel between facilities.
• Availability for flexible scheduling, including 24/7 shifts, weekends, holidays, and on‑call duties.

Physical Demands

Medium work involving occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting of 10–25 pounds. Requires standing, walking, stooping, bending, and manual dexterity. Exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and communicable diseases is inherent in patient care settings.

EEO Statement

The Ochsner LSU Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.