Nurse Practitioner Hospitalist Specialty - St. Josephs

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 Erica Moyer at 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):

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  Master's degree in Nursing

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  Currently licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner by State of employment

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  Basic Life Support (BLS)

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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

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  Critical thinking

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  Excellent communication skills

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  Ability to complete comprehensive physical exam, diagnose and formulate a medical management plan

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  Ability to collaborate with attending physician

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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

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  Hospitalist or acute care setting preferred

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  2 years experience preferred

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Position Nurse Practitioner Hospitalist Specialty - St. Josephs

Location US:PA:Reading | Advanced Practice | Full Time

Req ID 95830