Penn State Health - St Joseph Medical Group
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Shift: Varied
Hours: Monday - Sunday, 7P-7A; 7 on 7 off
Recruiter Contact: Please contact Esther I. Zechman at [email protected] for additional information.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Nurse Practitioner will diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. May prescribe. Provides care of hospitalized patients and has full control of a patient throughout their entire shift. Current BLS and ACLS Required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Master’s degree in Nursing
- Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to complete comprehensive physical exam, diagnose and formulate a medical management plan
- Ability to collaborate with attending physician
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Hospitalist or acute care setting preferred
- 2 years experience preferred