Nurse Practitioner Intensivist - Hospitalists

Penn State Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Parental leave

Retirement plans

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellness programs

Fitness discounts

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to oversee ICU care for post-surgery patients. This role demands a detail-oriented professional capable of managing high-acuity cases and fostering collaborative relationships with staff. The ideal candidate will possess advanced skills in critical care procedures, ensuring patient needs are met with precision and care. Join a supportive environment that values growth and community health, offering competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient care, this position is a perfect fit.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage high-acuity patients and prioritize care.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate overnight care in the ICU for post-surgery patients.
• Work in an inpatient critical care area providing mechanical circulatory support.

Skills

Chest Tube Placement

Thoracentesis

Paracentesis

Central Line management

A-lines

Swans

IABP

CRRT

Ventilator management

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

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Penn State Health - St. Joseph Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Reading

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Shift: Varied

Shift Differential: Exempt: Yes

Hours: Varied

Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman at [e-mail] for additional information.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

We are currently seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to manage and coordinate overnight care in the ICU for Cardiac Thoracic post-surgery patients from 7p-7a. The ideal candidate needs to have the ability to manage high-acuity patients, prioritize care based on each patient's needs, be detail-oriented, maintain open communication, and model a collaborative, professional relationship with all staff. The role involves working in an inpatient critical care area that also provides mechanical circulatory support. The Nurse Practitioner should be proficient in Chest Tube Placement, Thoracentesis, Paracentesis, Central Line management, A-lines, Swans, IABP, CRRT, and Ventilator management. An Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner degree is required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by the State of employment
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• ICU critical care experience
• Two (2) years experience as a Nurse Practitioner
• Two (2) years experience as a RN

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period, a Total Rewards Program, employee wellness programs, fitness discounts, paid time off, parental leave, retirement plans, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and employee recognition programs.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?

Established in 1873, the 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital joined Penn State Health in 2015. It is dedicated to community health, education, and wellness, emphasizing a patient-first approach and core values of service and community uplift.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job posting outlines general duties and is not exhaustive. Eligibility for shift differential pay depends on company policy or union contract. All selected individuals will undergo a background check. Penn State Health values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care