Advanced Practice Clinician — Acute Care Expert

wvumedicine; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

SMG System Medical Group in Wheeling, West Virginia, seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) for a high-level clinical role within WVU Health System. The position requires a Master’s degree in Nursing, national APRN certification, and WV licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and collaboration with medical staff, with emphasis on emergency and critical care settings. BLS is required; ALS/ACLS training preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from CCNE accredited program.
• National APRN Certification.
• Current licensure or eligibility for WV RN/APRN licensure.
• Basic Life Support certification; ALS/ACLS training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers or orders diagnostic tests (x-ray, POC labs).
• Examines patients to obtain information about condition.
• Counsels patients on prescribed regimens and health maintenance.
• Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Makes diagnosis and management/treatment decisions.
• Records patient data using Meditech EMR.
• Performs procedures such as injections, wound care, suturing.
• Prescribes therapy or medication electronically when available.
• Educates staff and coordinates with medical assistants as needed.
• Provides emergency support following established policies.

Skills

APRN

Nursing

Patient care

Education

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

APRN Certification

WV RN/APRN Licensure Eligibility

BLS Certification

Tools

Meditech EMR

Diagnostic testing

Job description

SMG System Medical Group in Wheeling, West Virginia, seeks an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) for a high-level clinical role within WVU Health System. The position requires a Master’s degree in Nursing, national APRN certification, and WV licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, diagnostics, treatment planning, and collaboration with medical staff, with emphasis on emergency and critical care settings. BLS is required; ALS/ACLS training preferred.