Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner

A Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner (Pulmonary NP) is an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) specializing in diagnosing, treating, and managing diseases and disorders of the respiratory system.  They work closely with pulmonologists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care for both acute and chronic lung conditions.

Shift’s Available:  Days - Thursdays only 

Employment Type: PRN or Per Diem 

Hours: 8-hour 

Location:  Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL 

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Health insurance options 

• Employer 401K options 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): 

• The Nurse Practitioner focuses on providing general care to patients of all ages, with utmost patience, care, compassion and understanding.
• Perform tasks within their scope of practice which may include conducting tests, recording medical histories, providing treatments, assisting physicians and enhancing public awareness on the importance of health, and prescribing medications.

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• MSN with specialization as an ARNP
• Current state license as an Advanced Practice Nurse
• BLS upon hire and maintain current
• Previous experience with electronic health record.
• Wound Care Certification within first year of hire.

Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus: 

• One to two years of experience as a nurse practitioner preferred.
• Previous Wound care knowledge and or experience preferred (1 year).
• Wound, Ostomy, Continence (WOC) Certification preferred.

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