Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Specialist

2 months ago


Slidell, Louisiana, United States Ochsner Health System Full time
Job Title: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team at Ochsner Health System. As a key member of our healthcare team, you will provide high-quality patient care and work collaboratively with our medical staff to deliver exceptional patient outcomes.

Job Summary:

The Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will be responsible for providing medical care to patients in a variety of settings, including hospital floors, clinics, and emergency departments. You will work under the supervision of a medical director or approved staff physician and in association with other healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and evaluate medical and nursing care.

Responsibilities:
  • Provide primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of critically ill patients, and teaching of residents and medical students.
  • Assume responsibility for patient education and discharge planning.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement care plans.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of policies and procedures.
Requirements:
  • Master's or Doctorate degree as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences.
  • Current certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist by either AACN or ANCC.
  • 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 Nursing or State Board of Medical Examiners.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 3 years' related working experience.
  • National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certified.
What We Offer:

Ochsner Health System offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to providing a work environment that is supportive, inclusive, and respectful of all employees.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your application today. We look forward to hearing from you



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