ACNP/PA- Pulmonary/Critical Care (Night Shift)

Job Summary

About the Role

Erlanger Health System in Chattanooga, Tennessee is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Pulmonary/Critical Care team. This is a full-time inpatient position with a 7 on / 7 off schedule, working night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-level care to patients in the Intensive Care Unit and Medical Intensive Care Unit.
• Manage critically ill patients with complex pulmonary and medical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive assessments and develop/implement treatment plans.
• Maintain patient progress and respond to acute changes in patient status.
• Collaborate with attending physicians, specialists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Perform procedures such as central line placement, arterial line insertion, intubation, and other critical care interventions.
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to care planning and discharge coordination.
• Provide education to patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and post-discharge care.

Requirements

• Certification in Acute Care for Nurse Practitioners.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Physician Assistant Program accredited by the American Academy of Physician Assistants OR Master’s Degree in Nursing with successful completion of an accredited Acute Care Certification.
• Preferred: New graduates accepted based upon recommendations and references provided.

Position Requirement(s)

• Licenses/Certifications/Registrations: Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician's Assistants, Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Tennessee, Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) in the state of Tennessee, National certification in a specialty (such as ACNP, ANP, CCNS, FNP), Certificate of fitness from the state of Tennessee (as required by specialty).
• Experience: Preferred.

Department Position Summary

An allied health professional, employed by Erlanger Health Systems, who performs as a physician extender by providing direct and indirect patient care (both inpatient and outpatient) under orders of the attending physician and within the guidelines of the current legislation of the State of Tennessee. The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate of the age of the patients served. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide care needed as described in the center's policies and procedures.

Department Information

Erlanger Baroness Hospital Chattanooga, TN

ACNP/PA - Pulmonary/Critical Care (Night Shift)

Standard Hours: Regular