Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Pmamed; Napa, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life, LTD

401k with company match

Relocation assistance

Metric based bonus potential

Medical malpractice insurance

Job summary

Pulmonary Medicine Associates (PMA) in the Napa area is seeking a full-time Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our hospital ICU care team. The NP will work under physician supervision, perform histories and exams, order tests, and contribute to care plans for acutely ill patients.

Requirements include an ARNP/ACNP degree, California NP license, board certification, and ACLS. Night-shift availability, strong communication, and experience in critical care are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP).
• Current, unrestricted California NP license ACNP required.
• Current Board certification in relevant specialty.
• Current DEA certificate without restriction.

Responsibilities

• Provide ICU care under physician supervision.
• Perform comprehensive history and physical exams, order and interpret tests.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to review plans of care.
• Educate patients and families about procedures and wellness.
• Document services and orders in EMR.
• Participate in quality improvement and continuing education.
• Assist in addressing patient inquiries and concerns.
• Maintain patient confidentiality per regulations.

Skills

ICU experience

ACNP experience

Night shifts

EMR/documentation

Communication skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Quality improvement

Education

ARNP/ACNP degree

California NP license (ACNP)

Board certification

DEA certificate

Job description

Description

Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in Northern California? Pulmonary Medicine Associates (PMA), treating patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years, currently has an opening for full time Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to be part of our hospital ICU care team in the Napa area. NP's work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical care. Training provided. Must be able to work night shifts. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Visit our website at www.pmamed.com

ACNP Duties Include:

• Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients, 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
• Metric based bonus potential
• Medical Malpractice Insurance

Requirements

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

• Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP)
• Current, unrestricted California NP license ACNP required
• 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 three years 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