Inpatient Acute Care PA/NP — Lead Complex Patient Care

Aurora Health Care; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to provide complex care coordination and manage critical patients within an inpatient hospital setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical proficiency, teamwork abilities, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, prescribing therapies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold relevant licenses, including RN and PA certifications, as well as a Master's Degree in Nursing.

Qualifications

• Physician Assistant license issued by the state.
• Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification from NCCPA.
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state.
• Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber license in Wisconsin.
• Nurse Practitioner (ANCC/AANP) certifications.
• DEA registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients in an inpatient setting.
• Act as primary contact for both patient and physician.
• Provide clinical direction to nursing staff.
• Prescribe therapies and manage patient care.
• Coordinate care with ancillary services and track transitions.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests.
• Educate patients on health and self-care options.
• Adjust care plans based on patient data.
• Document and maintain care plans according to standards.

Skills

Clinical proficiency

Decision-making skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Collaboration skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

A healthcare organization in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant to provide complex care coordination and manage critical patients within an inpatient hospital setting. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical proficiency, teamwork abilities, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include evaluating patients, prescribing therapies, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must hold relevant licenses, including RN and PA certifications, as well as a Master's Degree in Nursing.