Advanced Practice Provider (PA-C/Acute Care CRNP) Jefferson Northeast - Per Diem Nocturnist

Thomas Jefferson University & Jefferson Health; 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 Physician Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing comprehensive patient assessments, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, and formulating individualized care plans. The ideal candidate will have a Master's Degree and relevant certifications, including ACLS and BLS. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care within a top-ranked health system known for its commitment to quality and compassion. If you're passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a transformative organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies required.
• ACLS & BLS certifications are essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and formulates care plans.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams for effective patient management.

Skills

Assessment & Management

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Patient Communication

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree

National Board Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Details

1. Assessment & Management
2. Performs complete history & physicals and documents in the medical record.
3. Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information, and diagnostic procedures where indicated.
4. The APP may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions.
5. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient including medication side effects, immobility, impaired nutrition, fluid and electrolyte imbalance, immunocompetence, invasive interventions, and diagnostic procedures.

Diagnosis

1. Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care team in making diagnoses of acute and complex chronic conditions.
2. Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision.
3. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority.
4. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions.

Formulates Plan of Care

1. Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis, and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs.
2. Utilizes evidence-based practice guidelines and protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum.
3. Implements and modifies plan of care.
4. Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions.
5. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation.

Communication and Collaboration

1. Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team.
2. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the inpatient and outpatient continuum of care.

Documentation

1. Documents/dictates key components of patient's progress via daily progress note, transfer, and discharge summary, and/or clinic note where applicable.
2. Documentation is timely, meets acute care compliance standards, and captures patient acuity.

Professional Practice

1. Demonstrates professional practice behaviors including preceptor/mentoring, education, and instruction of graduate students.
2. Seeks opportunities for active engagement in research and the analysis of evidence-based practice.
3. Actively participates in advanced practice grand rounds and specialty-specific meetings.
4. Maintains CEUs and membership in a professional organization.

Job Description

Master's Degree: National Board Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. ACLS & BLS certification. DEA.

Work Shift

Workday Night (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Primary Location Address

10800 Knights Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Jefferson, located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. With over 65,000 staff, Jefferson provides high-quality, compassionate clinical care, educates future professionals, and advances research. Founded in 1824, it comprises 10 colleges and three schools with over 200 programs for more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health is a top-ranked, not-for-profit health system serving millions annually across numerous hospitals and outpatient locations. Jefferson Health Plans offers broad health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to equal opportunity in education and employment, regardless of age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, disability, or other protected status.