Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Inpatient LTAC

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 Part Time Advanced Practice Provider to be part of our hospital care team at Kentfield Hospitals in Marin and San Francisco, California.  This is a rewarding daytime opportunity to work closely with our physicians and provide high-quality medical care. Comprehensive training will be provided.  Visit our website at www.pmamed.com

Position Highlights

· Predictable workflow

· Manage patients with complex medical needs (vent weaning, post-ICU care, multi-system chronic illness)

· Supportive interdisciplinary team including specialists, nursing, respiratory therapy, and case management

· No rapid patient turnover typical of short-stay acute care hospitals

· Journal club with PMA physicians.

· Highly desirable  community with a myriad of year-round outdoor activities; a vast array of excellent dining, shopping, arts, and cultural options and sporting events.

· Close proximity to Lake Tahoe,  Yosemite, the Pacific Ocean, Napa and Sonoma Wine Country.

Responsibilities

· Under the general supervision of a physician, and using established and approved protocols. 

· Provide comprehensive inpatient medical care to LTAC patients

· Coordinate care with consulting specialists and interdisciplinary teams

· Perform admissions, daily rounds, and discharges as needed

· Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the EMR

Requirements

Education/Licensure/Certifications:

· Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP) and current, unrestricted California NP license OR

· Graduate from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program and current California State Physician Assistant License, issued by Physician Assistant Board under the Medical Board of California

· Current DEA certificate without restriction

· ACLS required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Two years related NP/PA experience preferred.

· Ability to prioritize and establish work standards and business goals.

· Ability to relate to patients, their families, and members of the healthcare team in a tactful and professional manner

· Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques

· Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment

· Effective verbal and written communication skills along with proper telephone etiquette

· Ability to provide medical services within the scope of licensing and training