Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

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Description Are you interested in working for a leading medical practice in Northern California? Pulmonary Medicine Associates, treating patients in the greater Sacramento area for over 50 years, currently has an opening for an Advanced Practice Provider to be part of our hospital ICU care team in the Sacramento area. APP's work closely with our physicians to provide high-quality medical care. Training provided. Full time. Must be able to work night shifts. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Visit our website at www.pmamed.com Inpatient APP Duties Include: · Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients and delegated medical tasks, using established and approved protocols as required by PMA and hospital policy. · Conduct comprehensive history and physical exam, perform diagnostic reasoning, order and interpret diagnostic tests, perform invasive procedures and write prescriptions. · Collaborate with the patient, family members, and other members of the healthcare team to review the plan of care and reach the best possible outcome. · Educate patients on procedures, treatment protocols, wellness, prevention, and early detection by providin...