Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

4 days ago


Slidell, Louisiana, United States Ochsner Health System Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our team at Ochsner Health System. This individual will provide high-quality patient care, work collaboratively with our medical team, and contribute to the advancement of our hospital medicine program.

Responsibilities
  • Provide primary and urgent medical management for critically ill patients
  • Collaborate with residents, fellows, attendings, and staff to deliver comprehensive patient care
  • Develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring patient-centered and evidence-based practice
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of policies and procedures
  • Engage in education and training of residents, medical students, and staff
Requirements
  • Master's or Doctorate degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, or Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program
  • Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, or National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Eligibility for prescriptive authority in the state of practice
Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion. The successful candidate will be able to work effectively in a team setting, communicate clearly and effectively, and maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive patient information.

Ochsner Health System is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, respectful, and free from discrimination.



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