ACNP/PA - ED Admission Unit APP - Swing/Nocturnist - FT (, LA, United States)

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken, and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job works in a collaborative model including residents, fellows, attendings, and staff caring for hospital medicine patients across our hospital network. It operates under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician, collaborating with PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinators to plan, implement, evaluate medical and nursing care, and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization, teaching, staff development, patient education, and discharge planning.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This description summarizes the primary duties and responsibilities of the position. It is not exhaustive or all-inclusive and is subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

Required (NP): Masters or Doctorate degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Required (PA): Bachelors degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.

Work Experience

Required 0 years; Preferred 3 years related experience

Certifications

Required (NP): Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist by AACN or ANCC. BCLS/ACLS from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority as per state regulations.

Required (PA): Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state. NCCPA certification. BCLS/ACLS from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority as per state regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Computer skills for data entry and retrieval.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proficiency with Windows applications and role-specific software.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of APP policies and protocols.
• Reliable transportation for travel between facilities.
• Flexible work schedule including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.

Job Duties

• Utilizes approved medical practices for patient care.
• Provides care considering patient age and criteria.
• Maintains inquiry into medical practices and outcomes, may develop research methods.
• Provides education to patients, families, staff, and community.
• Adapts behavior to patient population respecting privacy and communication needs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Other responsibilities include ensuring compliance with laws and standards, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to organizational policies.

This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Medium work involving exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, with exposure to blood, body fluids, and potential communicable diseases. Must be able to stand, stoop, reach, and perform manual dexterity. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for disabilities.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply Today!

Ochsner Health does not consider an individual an applicant until they have formally applied through our careers website.

Individuals residing in certain states are not eligible for remote positions. For accessibility or accommodation requests, contact our HR Employee Solution Center at 504-842-4748 or . This contact is for accommodations only, not application status inquiries.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination.

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