ACNP/PA - Hospital Medicine - Swing

These responsibilities are performed in a collaborative model that includes residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for hospital medicine patients on floors of the Medical Center. The role works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinators in planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care. The incumbent assumes 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 NP – Master’s degree in Nursing. 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 of related working experience. Certifications NP – Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice and certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Clinic Nurse Specialist by either AACN or ANCC. PA – License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association. Eligible for prescriptive authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Computer skills for data entry and retrieval of required job information. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally. Proficiency with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to the role. Strong interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at the department, campus, and system levels. Reliable transportation to travel throughout and between facilities. Ability to work a flexible schedule (24/7, weekend, holiday, on‑call availability). Job Duties Utilize the approved medical practices process in all patient care delivery. Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. Maintain an attitude of inquiry toward medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology. Provide educational experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and the community. Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy, method of introduction, adapting explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and communication style. Perform other related duties as required. Physical and Environmental Demands Medium work: Exert 20–50 pounds occasionally or 10–25 pounds frequently, and more than negligible up to 10 pounds constantly; may require walking or standing, pushing and pulling of arm or leg controls, or production‑rate activities. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods, stoop, bend, reach, and grab with arms and hands. Duties routinely involve exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. Occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. Equal Opportunity Employer Ochsner 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, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr