Nurse Practitioner Hospitalist Specialty - St. Josephs

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Penn State Health - St Joseph Medical Group

Location: US:PA:Reading

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Shift: Varied

Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7P-7A; 7 on 7 off

Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman at [email protected] for additional information.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe. Provides care of hospitalized patients and has full control of a patient throughout their entire shift. Current BLS and ACLS Required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Master's degree in Nursing
• Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Critical thinking
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to complete comprehensive physical exam, diagnose and formulate a medical management plan
• Ability to collaborate with attending physician

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hospitalist or acute care setting preferred
• 2 years experience preferred

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