Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Critical Care - GCMC

Geisinger • Scranton, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

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

The position is based at Geisinger Community Medical Center in Scranton, Pennsylvania. The surrounding region offers recreational attractions and outdoor activities, and is within driving distance of New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. Avoca International Airport is approximately 15 minutes away.

The role requires a master's degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, along with the listed certifications and clinical skills. Geisinger describes its purpose and values as caring for patients, members, students, colleagues, and communities, with emphasis on kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety. Healthcare benefits are offered to full-time and part-time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage. The organization also promotes collaboration, cooperation, and collegiality.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• A 100% night schedule is available for an additional stipend and incentives.
• Moonlighting is available for extra income.

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, confidant, advisor, and liaison among patients, families, and physicians.
• Work 14 shifts per month in 12-hour shifts, with a mix of day and night shifts.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits from day one, including vision and dental coverage and coverage for domestic partners.
• Additional stipend and incentives for a 100% night schedule.
• Moonlighting opportunity for extra income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time