Nurse Practitioner II, Critical Care
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Job Location:
Weston, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Varies (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Union Position:
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Marshfield Medical Center Weston is seeking an ICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Wausau/Weston Wisconsin. The NP/PA should be a skilled member of the allied health care team who is expected to practice at the highest level of their licensure. This requires providers to stay up to date with the latest evidence based medicine. The NP/PA would work collaboratively with the Hospitalist to facilitate acute care of the adult patient. This individual works collaboratively with physicians nurses case managers and other health care disciplines utilizing a team approach. The nurse practitioner participates in all aspects of care of the hospitalized patient including admissions discharge daily rounds and patient education.Position Details
In this role you will have the support of a physician while caring for patients in the ICU. Procedures included in this role will include ABG arterial line paracentesis thoracentesis and central venous catheter placement.
Summary
The Critical Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced nursing care to critically ill and unstable patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or other high-acuity settings. Working collaboratively with physicians specialists nurses and other healthcare professionals the NP delivers evidence-based compassionate care performs advanced procedures and plays a key role in improving outcomes for patients with life-threatening conditions.Job Description
Conduct comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients including history-taking physical exams and diagnostic interpretation Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the critical care team Perform or assist with advanced procedures (e.g. central line insertion arterial line placement intubation chest tube insertion etc.) as credentialed Manage ventilators vasoactive drips and other ICU-level interventions Monitor patient progress recognize changes in condition and adjust treatment plans accordingly Document patient care clearly and timely in the electronic health record (EHR) Provide education and support to patients and families regarding diagnosis treatment and prognosis Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and facilitate care coordination Contribute to quality improvement initiatives clinical protocols and evidence-based practice Serve as a resource and mentor for nursing staff students and residents Respond to in-hospital emergencies and Rapid Response Team calls as appropriate This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.Qualifications
Completion of a masters postmasters or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. If Licensing prior to August 1 1995 masters degree in nursing is preferred.Minimum 12 years of experience in a critical care or ICU setting preferred
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG) Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNPC) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP) certification Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications criteria and scope of practice if variation between documents exists
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About Company
Marshfield Clinic is a health care system with over 50 locations in northern, central, and western Wisconsin. Marshfield Clinic Don't just live. Shine.
