Advanced Practice Nurse - Acute Care Specialist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Canonsburg (Washington County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SMG System Medical Group in Canonsburg, PA seeks a qualified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join our team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care, coordinating treatment plans, and educating patients.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s in Nursing, active RN/APRN licensure, and national APRN certification. We offer a collaborative environment with 40-hour weeks and exempt status.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• National Certification by APRN Certification Centers.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an RN and APRN in West Virginia.
• BLS certification with ALS/ACLS training as required by department.

Responsibilities

• Administers or orders diagnostic tests such as x-ray and POClab tests.
• Examines patients to obtain information about their condition.
• Instructs and counsels patients about prescribed regimens and health maintenance.
• Interprets diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
• Makes diagnosis and treatment decisions for patients.
• Records patient medical data using the Meditech EMR.
• Performs procedures such as injections, immunizations, suturing and wound care.
• Prescribes therapy or medication electronically when available.
• Educates and coordinates with medical assistants during care and treatment.
• Provides emergency support following policies and procedures.
• Communicates with staff and administration to support operations.

Skills

Acute care experience

Education

CCNE accredited nursing program

Master’s Degree in Nursing

National Certification by APRN Certification Centers

Current licensure as RN and APRN in WV/eligible West Virginia

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with ALS/ACLS as required

Job description

SMG System Medical Group in Canonsburg, PA seeks a qualified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to join our team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality patient care, coordinating treatment plans, and educating patients.

The successful candidate will have a Master’s in Nursing, active RN/APRN licensure, and national APRN certification. We offer a collaborative environment with 40-hour weeks and exempt status.