Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Domain Cardiac - Casual

Highmark Health; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide inpatient specialty care within an acute setting. The role requires comprehensive rounds, advanced assessments, and collaboration with physicians to develop and refine treatment plans.

Applicants must hold an MSN, NP certification, and active state licensure with prescriptive authority. CPR and background clearances are required.

Qualifications

• MSN degree and NP certification required by state board.
• Active NP licensure and prescriptive authority in the practicing state.
• Required regulatory clearances and background checks (Act 33/34/73/FBI).
• CPR certification as per American Heart Association.
• DEA licensure for prescriptive practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive inpatient care for acute and chronic conditions.
• Perform daily rounds, assess, and implement patient-centered treatment plans.
• Order and interpret labs and diagnostic tests; adjust care with physician input.
• Document thoroughly in the EMR to support care, coding, and billing.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team and communicate care plans to families.

Education

MSN from practicing State Board of Nursing Approved Master's Program

National Board Certification for Nurse Practitioners

Practicing-state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner

Prescriptive Authority from the practicing state

CPR - American Heart Association

DEA Licensure

Act 33/34/Criminal Background Clearances

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting

Act 90 Child Abuse Clearance

Job description

Company : Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: This job is an integral part of the care delivery system working together to provide a healing environment, by placing our customers first. The incumbent provides specialty and critical care healthcare services primarily in an inpatient setting for acute or chronic health conditions in specific populations in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization within the CRNP scope of practice. This role is utilized in areas which provide 24/7 coverage/shifts, specialty certification, advanced procedures with appropriate privileging, as required, off hours including evenings, weekends, holidays, and on call.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides comprehensive, evidence-based patient care for acute patients within an inpatient setting. This includes conducting thorough daily rounds, performing advanced medical history and physical assessments, formulating, and implementing patient-centered treatment plans, interpreting diagnostic test results, and facilitating safe and effective discharge planning. (20%)
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies to determine patient treatment plans and establish medical diagnoses within the scope of practice. Collaborates proactively with the attending physician and interdisciplinary team to develop and refine patient care plans. Seeks physician consultation and guidance for clinical decisions that extend beyond the CRNP scope of practice or knowledge base, ensuring optimal patient safety and outcomes. (15%)
• Institutes emergency measures, treatment, and appropriate stabilization for acute patient situations, such as cardiac arrest, hemorrhage, or shock. (15%)
• Ensures appropriate and timely documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) to support accurate medical coding and billing, and record and report pertinent information to the attending physician. Ensures timely documentation of all patient encounters, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic health record, adhering to all regulatory and institutional standards for inpatient care of acute and chronic conditions. (10%)
• Facilitates seamless communication and coordination of patient care activities with patients, families, community health services, and the entire interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient experience. Assesses the specific learning needs of patients and their families, delivering culturally sensitive and age-appropriate education regarding their condition, treatment plan, and self-care strategies to promote understanding and active participation in their recovery. (10%)
• Communicates effectively with the attending physician regarding the plan of care, involving them in clinical decision-making for issues outside the Nurse Practioner's knowledge or scope of practice. (10%)
• Maintains mandatory professional continuing education and actively participate in patient safety, quality improvement processes, and patient engagement initiatives. (10%)
• Performs hospital rounds, accurately execute physician orders, and maintain professional practice consistent with organizational mission statements and specialty-specific privileges. (10%)
• Performs all other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required MSN from the practicing State Board of Nursing Approved Master's Program National Board Certification for Nurse Practitioners through an accredited association Practicing-state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner Preferred Experience in Emergency or Critical Care setting Additional Employment Requirements: Prescriptive Authority from the practicing state Within 60 days of hire Drug Enforcement Agency Licensure Within 60 days of hire CPR - American Heart Association Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

DISCLAIMER AND COMPLIANCE

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. Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Highmark Health is a national, blended health organization that includes one of America’s largest Blue Cross Blue Shield insurers and a growing regional hospital and physician network. Based in Pittsburgh, Pa., Highmark Health’s 35,000 employees serve millions of customers nationwide through the nonprofit organization’s affiliated businesses, which include Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, HM Insurance Group, United Concordia Dental, HM Health Solutions and HM Home & Community Services. Highmark Health’s businesses proudly serve a broad spectrum of health-related needs including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative, technology solutions.