Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- Per Diem

• Description Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in Northern California?
• Pulmonary Medicine Associates, treating patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years, currently has an opening for a Per Diem Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to be part of our hospital ICU care team at Queen of the Valley Medical Center in the Napa area.
• NP's work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical care.
• Training provided.
• Must be able to work night shifts.
• Competitive salary.
• Visit our website at www.pmamed.com

ACNP Duties Include

• Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients using established protocols as required by PMA and Hospital policy.
• Conduct comprehensive history and physical exam, perform diagnostic reasoning, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform invasive procedures and write prescriptions.
• Collaborate with the patient, family members, and other members of the healthcare team to review the plan of care and reach the best possible outcome.
• Educate patients on procedures, treatment protocols, wellness, prevention, and early detection by providing materials and resources to the patients and families.
• Document all services and orders in the patient's electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement, management, continuing education, and other patient care programs.
• Assist in the resolution of complaints, requests, and inquiries from patients and/or their families.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information according to federal and state guidelines and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education/Licensure/Certifications:
• Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP)
• Current, unrestricted California NP license ACNP required
• Current Board certification in relevant specialty
• Current DEA certificate without restriction Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: