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The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Schedule: Full-time and part-time
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life’s work?
Summary:
- PENN E-LERT®, a state-of-the-art electronic intensive care unit (eICU), is seeking Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants with three or more years critical care experience. This is an in-person position – the eAPP will be based at the Penn Medicine Rittenhouse Campus located at 18th and South Streets in Philadelphia (no remote work option). E-LERT monitors remotely connect to all ICU beds in the Penn Medicine network. Full-time and part-time candidates will be considered. This is a 24/7 position with nights, weekends and holidays required.
- The eAPP joins a group of expert tele-Intensivists, APPs, Nurses, and Respiratory therapists also rotating in the PENN ICU system. The APP may have the potential to spend some of their time working at the bedside within one of the HUP ICU teams.
Requirements:
· Nurse Practitioners (NP): Must have an active RN license in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, along with an MSN or DNP. Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner is required.
· Physician Assistants (PA): Must be graduates of an accredited Physician Assistant master’s program, possess NCCPA certification, and hold active PA licenses in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Education
· Master’s degree required for both Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants.
Experience:
· Minimum of 3 years of experience working in critical care as an NP or PA.
Credentials
· Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required for acute care providers.
· Pennsylvania Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required.
· Pennsylvania Prescriptive Authority required.
· NPs must have PA RN licensure and National Board Certification.
· Credentialing through the Credentials Committee and approval by the Medical Board are mandatory.
Skills and Competencies
· Strong decision-making skills, systems thinking, and proficiency with technology, including remote two-way video communication.
· In-depth understanding of multidisciplinary critical care environments, including operations in neuro, trauma, surgical, medical, and cardiovascular ICUs.
· Participation in quality improvement (QI) initiatives with the PENN core team is required.
· Self-directed, highly motivated, and collaborative within tele-ICU and bedside teams.
Physical Requirements
· Visual acuity, keen hearing, clear speech, and manual dexterity.
· Ability to sit or stand at a desk for extended periods.
- The eAPP joins a group of expert tele-Intensivists, APPs, Nurses, and Respiratory therapists also rotating in the PENN ICU system. The APP may have the potential to spend some of their time working at the bedside within one of the HUP ICU teams.
Interested candidates should click APPLY to submit resume.
Learn more: https://careers.pennmedicine.org/jobs/14960266-acute-care-nurse-practitioner-or-physician-assistant-critical-care-telemedicine-at-hup
Additional Information:
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Education:
- Master’s (Required)
Experience:
- critical care APP: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Pennsylvania NP or PA licensure (Required)
Work Location: In person
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