Orthopedic Acute-Care APC (NP/PA)

Health Partners Plans; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to provide inpatient acute care services within a multidisciplinary team. The APC will conduct assessments, order diagnostics, and participate in planning and implementing care on the inpatient service.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, collaborating with care teams, and applying evidence-based guidelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• National Board Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs complete history & physicals and documents in the medical record.
• Orders and collects data using assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures.
• May serve as first responder for patient status changes and interventions.
• Assesses risks for acute and chronically ill patients, including meds and nutrition.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to diagnose acute and complex conditions.
• Develops and documents plans of care addressing complex health needs.
• Maintains documentation of progress, discharge summaries, and care plans.

Education

Master's Degree

National Board Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

BLS certification

Job description

Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking an Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to provide inpatient acute care services within a multidisciplinary team. The APC will conduct assessments, order diagnostics, and participate in planning and implementing care on the inpatient service.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, collaborating with care teams, and applying evidence-based guidelines.