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Job Description
Job Description
Critical Care (PICU) Nurse Practitioner
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Full-Time
Relocation Assistance Available
Our Hospital is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties. With more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, topnotch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties, including Cardiology; Ear, Nose and Throat; Gastroenterology; Oncology; and Orthopedics.
You will join a team of 7 attending Physicians, and 7 Nurse Practitioners.
The unit is covered 24 / 7 by 2 Mid-level providers. The Hours of coverage vary from 7a-4p, 4p-8a, and 7a-8a. Your shifts will vary throughout the month.
Weekend and holiday coverage is expected. There are (3) 25 hr shifts of weekend time per month. Usually, one Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
There is a call associated with this position - It will vary, with a minimum of 6 calls per month. Shifts will vary according to need.
The PNP is responsible for a practice that demonstrates a high level of autonomy, clinical decision-making, and advanced skill in the management and treatment of complex illnesses in the critical care environment.
The PNP provides leadership and clinical support for the interdisciplinary team in the PICU / CCU / SCU, engages in research and quality management activities, and participates in multidisciplinary educational activities.
Procedures expected to be performed in the hospital setting : Endotracheal Intubation, Arterial and Central Venous Line Placement, Chest tube placement, Bedside Procedural Sedation, Spinal Taps
Must Haves :
- Master's Degree
- Pediatric Experience
- PA Registered Nurse License
- PA Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner License
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