What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant position at Geisinger?
Location: Danville, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice
Schedule: Days
Work Type: Full time
Department: GMC Cardiology Division
Job Summary
Geisinger's Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking a nurse practitioner or physician assistant to support our Cardiology departments at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, Pennsylvania.Job Duties
The ideal candidate will:
- 10-hour day shift optional
- Collaborate with the physicians to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients referred to the cardiology service
- Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluations, diagnosis, treatment and follow-up care
- Manages and assists in the smooth, efficient operations of the inpatient cardiology patient, outpatient cardiology clinic, cardiac labs and outreach cardiology clinics
- Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner
The successful Nurse Practitioner candidate will work in collaboration with the physician and have a certificate of completion from an approved program for Nurse Practitioners or be eligible to hold national certification that allows the NP to work with the patient populations and location settings associated with this position. Must be eligible for licensure as a nurse practitioner in the state of PA.
Geisinger offers Advanced Practitioners:
* Domestic Partner Benefits
* Paid malpractice insurance
* Market competitive wages - constantly monitored
* Generous Paid Time Off policy
* Funding for CME and paid CME days
* Relocation for qualified candidates
* Health Care Benefits Starting Day 1: including vision and dental
* Interview expenses for qualified candidates
Education
Master's Degree-Nurse Practitioner (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
BASIC LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION - DEFAULT ISSUING BODY; LICENSED REGISTERED NURSE (PENNSYLVANIA) - RN_STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA; CERTIFIED NURSE PRACTITIONER - AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NURSE PRACTITIONERSOur Purpose & Values
We are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, fostering a collaborative work environment, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strive to make better health easier for all by delivering high-quality, innovative care. Our purpose and values guide everything we do, and we invite you to join us in making a positive impact on our patients' lives and our communities.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a supportive work environment that values kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. If you share our commitment to exceptional patient care and our values, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals.
