Critical Care - Lansing, MI - NP/PA – Per Diem

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is seeking a per diem Critical Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide assessment, evaluation, and treatment for adult acute-care medical-surgical patients under the guidance of Critical Care physicians. The position serves adult inpatients in a collaborative, patient-centered environment in Lansing, Michigan. The role works 12-hour shifts, either 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with a minimum requirement of three shifts per month. The position is part of a health-system-employed medical group model and uses the EPIC electronic medical record. Malpractice coverage is provided. Critical Care experience is preferred.

Requirements

Current Michigan PA or NP license.
BLS and ACLS certifications.
At least one year of experience in an acute hospital setting.
Graduate of an accredited PA or NP program.
Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective plans of care.
Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, families, physicians, and other hospital caregivers.
Computer skills appropriate for navigating word-processing, database, and networking programs.

Nice To Haves

Critical Care experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate appropriate admissions to health-system units by initiating orders, coordinating with the appropriate attending physician, and moderating medication reconciliation.
Perform and dictate History & Physicals, medical consultations, discharge summaries, and SOAP notes according to Critical Care service standards.
Assist with development of patients’ plans of care.
Review diagnostic X-rays and monitor laboratory values and other diagnostic studies.
Perform daily rounds as assigned by Critical Care physicians.
Communicate with physicians, nursing staff, residents, and other medical team members to maintain current and accurate updates on patient status.
Be willing to learn procedures, including intubations and placement of central lines, chest tubes, and Quinton catheters.