Acute Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine

2w2 weeks ago

Ochsner Health

US · Full-time · $100,000 – $130,000

About this role

At Ochsner Health, our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate has never changed since opening in 1942. We believe every award earned and every patient helped is because of dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

This job works in a collaborative model with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for emergency medicine patients across our hospital network. Under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician, you will assume responsibility for primary and urgent medical management and emergency stabilization of critically ill patients.

You will be involved in planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care alongside PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinators. The role includes teaching residents and medical students, contributing to staff development and education, and leading patient education and discharge planning.

As part of a health system that values innovation and growth, you will have opportunities to develop your skills and advance your practice. Every day, you make a difference in the lives of patients and the community.

Requirements

Master's degree in Nursing or Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences (or graduate of an approved PA training program)
Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant in the state of practice
Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner ANCC or AANPCP Certified (for NP role)
NCCPA Certified (for PA role)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing or Medical Examiners
Proficiency with Windows-style applications, various software packages, and keyboard
Reliable transportation to travel throughout and between facilities

Responsibilities

Work in a collaborative model with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff caring for emergency medicine patients
Assume responsibility for primary and urgent medical management and emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients
Participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care
Teach residents and medical students in the clinical setting
Contribute to staff development and education initiatives
Provide patient education and coordinate discharge planning
Work under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician