Nurse Practitioner - Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

Washington University; Missouri; On-site; USD 97,000 - 174,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & holidays

Health insurance

Metro U-Pass

Tuition benefits

Wellness programs

Caregiver leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Washington University in Saint Louis is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine. The role includes direct patient care in inpatient and outpatient COPD clinics, with physician supervision as required by state regulation.

Required MSN and APN licensure with Basic Life Support. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a competitive salary range. Strong collaboration and clinical decision-making skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care including history taking and physical exams; orders, interprets diagnostics, and develops care plans.
• Inpatient consults for airway diseases including COPD, asthma, and pulmonary embolism.
• Participation in outpatient COPD clinics and transitions of care across settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and supervise nursing/medical staff within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians and other health professionals to implement patient-centered plans of care.
• Participate in COPD clinics, inpatient and outpatient settings, with clinical documentation.

Skills

Clinical Decision Making

Clinical Diagnostics

Disease Management

Interpersonal Communication

Patient Care

Patient Education

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

MSN - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

## Nurse Practitioner - Pulmonary & Critical Care MedicineApplyremote type: On Campus/Onsitelocations: Washington University Medical Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR96254# **Location**SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110# **Scheduled Hours**40# **Position Summary**The Nurse Practitioner will work within the COPD Comprehensive Care Program at Barnes-Jewish Hospital under the supervision of the Medical Director for the program. This role involves active participation in both inpatient and outpatient clinical care, including the Airway Disease Inpatient Consult Team and dedicated outpatient COPD clinics. Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation and functions within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practitioner’s specialty certification, Barnes-Jewish Hospital medical by-laws, and, where it exists, the collaborative practice agreement. To learn more: https://pulmonary.wustl.edu/patient-care/outpatient-continuity-clinic/# **Job Description****Primary Duties & Responsibilities:*** Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient's condition.* Provides inpatient consultation for patients with airway diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, obesity hypoventilation syndrome, and pulmonary embolism.* Participates in outpatient COPD clinics, focusing on comprehensive longitudinal care.* Supports transitions of care across inpatient and outpatient settings.* Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.* May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.* Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.* Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.* Maintains a safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.* Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.* Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.* Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.* Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops. **Working Conditions:**Job Location/Working Conditions* Normal office environment* Exposure to blood-borne pathogens* Exposure to chemicals* Requires protective devices* Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements* Patient care setting* Direct patient care setting Physical Effort* Typically sitting at desk or table* Typically standing or walking* Typically bending, crouching, stooping* Using tools requiring high dexterity* Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less) Equipment* Office equipment* Lab/research equipment* Clinical/diagnostic equipmentThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.# **Required Qualifications****Education:**M.S.N. - Master Of Science In Nursing - Nurse Practitioner**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration**Work Experience:**No specific work experience is required for this position.**Skills:**Not Applicable**Driver's License:**A driver's license is not required for this position.# **More About This Job****Required Qualifications:*** APN licensure or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire.* Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.* Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirement).**Preferred Qualifications:*** Ability to interpret or learn to interpret pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gases, and chest radiography.* Knowledge of inhaled and nebulized therapies.* Familiarity with the indications, use, and management of non-invasive ventilation devices.# **Preferred Qualifications****Education:**No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Certifications****/Professional Licenses****:**No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Work Experience:**No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.**Skills:**Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Teamwork, Time Management# **Grade**S31# **Salary Range**$97,000.00 - $174,600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.# **Questions**For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.# **Accommodation**If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.# **Pre-Employment Screening**All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.# **Benefits Statement**Personal* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.Wellness* Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!Family* We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/