Nurse Practitioner Critical Care

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to manage medical issues in a critical care environment. The role involves assessing patients, developing therapeutic care plans, and collaborating with physicians. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Nursing, licensure as an APN, and relevant certifications. This position offers an opportunity to impact patient care within a dynamic health network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing and NP program required.
• State licensure as APN/NP required.
• ACLS and CPR certifications needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage medical problems for patients in critical care.
• Communicate care plans with attending physicians.
• Educate patients and families based on individual needs.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Critical Thinking

Education

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Tools

ACLS certification

CPR - American Heart Association

Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Clearance

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Identifies and manages medical problems for patients within the CRNP scope of practice and critical care setting.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides appropriate patient care to include recording patient medical history and physical assessment, developing therapeutic care plan, ordering diagnostic tests, interpreting test results, discharge planning and providing accurate medical record documentation for patients in a critical care setting. (45%)
• Communicates with attending physician regarding plan of care and involves physician in clinical decision making of any issues that are outside the CRNP's knowledge base or scope of practice. (20%)
• Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture and willingness to learn. (20%)
• Communicates and coordinates patient care with patient, family, community health services and interdisciplinary team. (10%)
• Demonstrates professional commitment through voluntary attendance at continuing education programs, independent reading, and other professional activities. (5%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• Master's degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with specialization in area of practice; or four to ten years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• State licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), Nurse Practitioner (NP) and/or other designation as required by law.
• Prescriptive Authority from the practicing state within 60 days of hire. Incumbents in role as of November 1, 2022 have until November 1, 2023 to obtain
• ACLS certification.
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• Experience in Emergency or critical care setting.

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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