Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Acute Care Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Rowan Diagnostic Clinic, PA • Salisbury, NC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Manage critically ill patients in ICU or specialty units Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams Provide discharge planning and follow-up care Nurse Practitioner/Physician's Assistant - Critical Care Nights Only (7p-7a) Provide direct patient care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Perform patient assessments and develop individualized care plans Prescribe medications and treatments Supervised by board certified intensivists Tele-ICU support available as well Implement infection control measures and maintain a clean and safe environment Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and self-care techniques Experience: ICU experience and procedures as APP or RN preferred but not mandatory Required Competencies Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attitude – Displays passion for job and a can-do attitude. Cost Consciousness - Conserves departmental resources. Initiative - Takes independent actions and calculated risks. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work. Departmental Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports department's goals and values. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and conveys information effectively; Responds well to questions. Gives full attention to what others are saying; Takes time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate; Does not interrupt at inappropriate times. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Teamwork - Contributes to a positive team spirit; Displays a whatever-it-takes approach to job. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve quality; Is accurate and thorough.

Requirements

• Valid NP/PA license in NC
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

• ICU experience and procedures as APP or RN preferred but not mandatory

Responsibilities

• Manage critically ill patients in ICU or specialty units
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
• Provide discharge planning and follow-up care
• Provide direct patient care in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
• Perform patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
• Prescribe medications and treatments
• Implement infection control measures and maintain a clean and safe environment
• Educate patients and their families on disease management, treatment plans, and self-care techniques

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level