What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner-Inpatient ICU position at Pulmonary Medicine Associates?
Job Description
Job Description
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 an Advanced Practice Provider to be part of our hospital ICU care team in the Sacramento area. APP's work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical care. Training provided. Full time. Must be able to work both day and night shifts. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Visit our website at www.pmamed.com
Inpatient APP Duties Include :
- Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients and delegated medical tasks, using established and approved 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.
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