Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Critical Care - GCMC

Geisinger • Scranton, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Community Medical Center is seeking a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join its critical care team. The role involves practicing state-of-the-art medicine in collaboration with physicians and nursing staff. Providers work 14 shifts per month on 12-hour shifts, either 7 a.m.–7 p.m. or 7 p.m.–7 a.m., with a mix of days and nights. A 100% night schedule is available for an additional stipend and incentives. Moonlighting is available for extra income.

The position is based at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The posting describes local recreational attractions and travel access, including Avoca International Airport within 15 minutes.

Full-time and part-time positions include healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner benefits. The organization also emphasizes collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality.

Requirements

• Master's degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Certified Physician Assistant credential from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), as applicable to the Physician Assistant role.
• Knowledge of care management, clinical policies and standards, health information systems, patient assessment and care, patient safety, and patients' rights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and staff to assess patient needs, plan and provide education and care, evaluate outcomes, and coordinate follow-up and referrals.
• Serve as a patient advocate in the medical care system, acting as a confidant, advisor, and liaison between patients, families, and physicians.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner benefits.
• Additional stipend and incentives are available for a 100% night schedule.
• Moonlighting is available for extra income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time