Apply as APRN or PA Pulmonary for Critical Care
About the Job
Full Time Inpatient Opportunity for Advanced Practice Provider
Position: Critical Care Management Day Shift 6:30am -6:30 pm 7days on 7days off
Our Clients Practice Associate with offices in Orange City, Lake Mary and Oviedo is in search of a Pulmonary/ Critical Care advanced practice provider to care for our diverse patient population. The ideal candidate would have had exposure to Pulmonary/ Critical Care whether as an RN or preferably experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/ PA)
The Certified Advanced Practice Registered Nurse/ Physician Assistant, in collaboration and consultation with physicians Care Coordinators, staff RNs and other health care professionals, provides compassionate care to patients and families. The APRN/ PA practices within the context of collaborative management with a physician(s) in diagnosing, managing, and preventing acute and chronic illness and disease, and promoting wellness.
Qualification:
- Graduate of accredited nurse practitioner program with a master’s degree and board certification
- Graduate of accredited physician assistant program
- APRN license in the state of Florid
- Maintains current ACLS and BLS certifications
- One year of critical care experience in an APP role for APRN/Physician Assistants
Responsibilities
- Provides inpatient management, consultations, and co-management of critically ill patients under physician supervision.
- Possesses specialized skill and knowledge unique to the ICU setting.
- Provides direct clinical services for critically ill patients according to established protocols.
- Obtains comprehensive and focused history and physical exams on critically ill patients.
- Evaluates critically ill complex patients in the ICU and step-down units.
- Orders and schedules appropriate laboratory and radiographic studies.
- Works with supervising physician to determine and place appropriate specialty consultation
- Performs complex procedures in the diagnosis and treatment of medical and surgical problems.
- Acts on behalf of the supervising medical staff member in medical emergencies.
- Interprets arterial blood gas reports and manages mechanical ventilation.
- Assesses need for vasoactive medication and places appropriate order sets.
- Interprets radiographic tests and operates with a high degree of independence.
- Performs emergent lifesaving procedures in critical situations.
- Conducts daily rounds independently.
- Notifies attending physicians about unusual or unexpected events.
- Initiates necessary emergent interventions to stabilize acutely deteriorating patients.
- Prescribes medication using evidence-based medicine and clinical judgment.
- Documents patient progress notes, consult notes, and clinical resumes.
- Explain procedures or tests to patients and their families
- Provides family-centered care and education as needed.
Requirements:
- One year of critical care / pulmonary care experience for patients with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions highly preferred
- APRN license State of Florida
- Graduate of accredited physician assistant program.
Benefits of joining Our Clients Practice Associates
Practice Highlights:
- Dynamic administration fosters clinician autonomy when it comes to clinical decision making and patient outcomes.
- Robust operational support and resources in a collaborative work environment.
Financial Package:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Benefits package includes CME, health/vision/dental insurance along with full malpractice coverage, disability coverage, and retirement package.
- Pay rate 120,000 to 140,000 DOE
Central Florida Community
Greater Orlando offers direct access to Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions.
Our lifestyle options have something for everyone, from the downtown districts for those enjoying a trendy urban flair, to family-oriented communities with top rated public and private schools. Including the University of Central Florida.
We have ample outdoor activities including large public parks for your kids and pets, hiking and biking trails, and abundant lake access for kayaking, fishing, and paddle boarding, with Florida’s beautiful beaches only an hour away. We have a vibrant sports community with national teams like the Orlando Magic Basketball and Orlando City Soccer Club.
PPA, is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.