Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Masters Physician Assistant- Lung Transplant (day shift) @ HUP

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Master's Physician Assistant to join their Lung Transplant team. This role provides an exciting opportunity to manage patient care throughout the post-transplant phases, ensuring high-quality, continuous care. The ideal candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, engage in quality improvement initiatives, and support students and learners. With a commitment to employee well-being and comprehensive benefits, this position offers a rewarding career path in a collaborative and innovative environment.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Master's Physician Assistant required.
• BLS/ACLS certification and current licensure in Pennsylvania needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care based on protocols and collaborate with the team.
• Maintain accurate medical records in the electronic health record.
• Perform interventions specific to the transplant patient population.

Skills

Patient Care

Evidence-Based Practices

Diagnostic Procedures

Communication Skills

Quality Improvement

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Masters Physician Assistant- Lung Transplant (day shift) @ HUP

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Job Overview

Penn Medicine is committed to providing excellent patient care, conducting innovative research, and educating future medical leaders. Working here involves collaboration with top professionals across disciplines.

Position Details

The lung transplant advanced practice provider (APP) manages patient care throughout the post-transplant and ongoing phases. The APP plays a key role in the transplant team, ensuring continuity and quality of care. This role offers an opportunity to provide longitudinal care to a complex patient population within a multidisciplinary team.

Schedule and Requirements

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:30/6:00 PM; no standard holidays
• Occasional on-call and weekend duties

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care based on protocols and evidence-based practices in collaboration with the team.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Introduce yourself to patients and families, clarifying your role as an APP.
• Work within your scope of practice, referring to physicians when outside your scope or as directed.
• Perform interventions specific to the transplant patient population.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a role model professionally.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as appropriate.
• Address concerns of patients and families, providing support and education.
• Engage in accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities.
• Precept students and learners.
• Identify and refer patients to community resources as needed.

Qualifications

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Master's Physician Assistant (required)
• Master's Degree (required)
• BLS/ACLS certification (required)
• Current licensure or eligibility in Pennsylvania, with credentialing eligibility
• Transplant experience (preferred)
• New graduates considered on an individual basis

Additional Information

We value our employees' well-being and offer comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance. Penn Medicine is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.