Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Pulmonary Medicine Associates•Sacramento, CA

1d•$165,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Pulmonary Medicine Associates (PMA), a leading medical practice in Northern California with over 50 years of experience treating patients in the greater Sacramento area, is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their hospital ICU care team. The APP will work closely with physicians to deliver high-quality medical care. Training is provided for this full-time position, which requires the ability to work night shifts. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Requirements

Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP)
Current, unrestricted California NP license
ACNP preferred
Current Board certification in relevant specialty
Current DEA certificate without restriction
ACLS required
Advanced knowledge of critical care medicine and pathophysiology.
Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.
Ability to manage multiple critically ill patients simultaneously.
Proficiency in interpreting ECGs, ABGs, imaging studies, and hemodynamic monitoring.
Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
Ability to perform under pressure in rapidly changing clinical situations.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

ACNP preferred

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients using established protocols as required by PMA and Hospital policy.
Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations for critically ill adult patients.
Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients with acute, complex, and life-threatening conditions.
Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic studies.
Prescribe medications, blood products, fluids, and other therapies within scope of practice.
Perform invasive procedures.
Monitor ventilator management in collaboration with respiratory therapy and intensivists.
Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and develop individualized plans of care.
Respond to rapid response and code blue activations as assigned.
Provide consultation regarding critical care management.
Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding treatment plans, prognosis, and goals of care.
Collaborate with consulting specialists and ancillary services to coordinate patient care.
Document patient assessments, treatment plans, procedures, and progress notes in the electronic medical record.
Ensure compliance with evidence-based practice guidelines, quality initiatives, and patient safety standards.
Participate in quality improvement projects, peer review, and clinical education.
Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care when appropriate.
Maintain continuing education and competency requirements.