Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner

Kingman Healthcare; Kingman (AZ); On-site; USD 115,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Kingman Healthcare in Kingman, AZ is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the outpatient Pulmonology team, diagnosing and managing respiratory conditions and coordinating care with pulmonologists.

The role requires an MSN with NP certification, FNP certification, AZ NP license, BLS, and strong communication. Competitive benefits and community impact.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) with NP certification.
• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Current unrestricted Arizona NP license or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and review medical history.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests including spirometry and imaging.
• Develop and manage care plans for acute and chronic pulmonary conditions.
• Prescribe medications and therapies within state scope of practice.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists and health-care teams for coordinated care.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and smoking cessation.
• Document thoroughly in Electronic Health Record systems and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Care planning

Education

MSN - Nurse Practitioner

FNP Certification

AZ NP license / certification

Tools

Spirometry

EHR systems

Job description

Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman offers a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our outpatient Pulmonology team. In this, you will play a critical role in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of respiratory and pulmonary conditions.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments: medical history, physical exams, and symptom review.
• Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests: pulmonary function tests (e.g. spirometry), imaging (e.g. chest X-ray), labs, arterial blood gases, etc.
• Develop, implement, and manage individualized care plans for acute and chronic pulmonary conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, post-COVID respiratory issues).
• Prescribe appropriate medications and therapies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions (bronchodilators, inhaled therapies, oxygen therapy, etc.), within scope of practice and state regulations.
• Collaborate with pulmonologists and other members of the health care team to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
• Provide patient and family education on disease processes, medication management, lifestyle modifications, smoking cessation, breathing strategies, and self-management of chronic lung diseases.
• Manage follow-up care, monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and coordinate referrals to specialists.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) with certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program.

Licensure & Certification

• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Arizona.
• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Experience preferred

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in our community