APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) - Clinical Decision Unit

apartment St. Tammany Health System location_onCovington, LA, US

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 42

JOB SUMMARY: The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse with specific education and training in the care of hospitalized patients. He/she is employed by St. Tammany Health System (STHS) for the purpose of coordinating care of hospitalized patients.

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse -Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with and under the supervision of the Lead Hospital Medicine physician and in association with members of the Hospitalist team in the evaluation, treatment and care coordination of the hospitalized patient in the provider role. A formal collaborative agreement is a requirement.

The major area of responsibility is addressing patient clinical issues while hospitalized (floor call) and supporting physicians with the admission of patients to the hospital from emergency room or direct admissions. He/she will work primarily the night shift and alternate other shifts, weekends, and/or holidays as indicated.

The primary duties of the Nurse Practitioner under the supervision of the Lead Hospital Medicine physician and in association with members of the Hospitalist team include:

Addressing patient clinical issues while hospitalized
Perform and document a H&P that is co-signed by the physician within 24 hours
Placing orders for appropriate diagnostic and treatment modalities as part of the care plan
Following up on diagnostic test results
Seeking appropriate specialty and sub-specialty consultations
Formalizing the patient handoff process as part of continuity of care
Effective communication with patients, families, and colleagues that are part of the care team

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Masters Prepared: Curriculum must include didactic in clinical experience in Acute Care
Current Louisiana Registered Nurse License (RN)
Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Licensure in Louisiana (APRN)
Eligible for limited prescriptive authority in Louisiana as approved by St. Tammany Health System.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

Constant (67%-100%) - hearing, seeing

Frequently (34%-66%) - handling/feeling, talking

Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching, reaching, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.)

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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