NP/PA - Primary Care - Virtual Shift Based - 7 on 7 off

Job Summary This role works in a collaborative model with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff caring for hospital medicine patients on floors of the Medical Center. The position works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician, and collaborates with PCCs, staff nurses, and the discharge coordinator to plan, implement, and evaluate medical and nursing care. The role is responsible for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. Essential Responsibilities Collaborate with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff to provide patient care on medical floors. Work under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator. Assume responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. Education Required (NP): Master's degree in Nursing Required (PA): Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program. Work Experience Required: None Preferred: 3 years' related working experience Certifications Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice (NP). Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANPCP) Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANPCP) Certified Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified, BCLS/ACLS Certification from the American Heart Association. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing. Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level. Reliable transportation as must be able to travel throughout and between facilities. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability). Job Duties Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology. Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 lbs occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 lbs frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 lbs constantly to move objects. The physical demand requirements are in excess of those for Sedentary Work. Physical demands include walking or standing to a significant degree; pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; maintaining a production rate pace entailing constant pushing and/or pulling of materials. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time, stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area and is exposed to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Equal Opportunity Statement The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected class, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ochsner Health