ACNP Duties Include:
- Under the general supervision of a physician, provide care to hospital ICU patients using established protocols as required by PMA and Hospital policy.
- Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations for critically ill adult patients.
- Assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans for patients with acute, complex, and life-threatening conditions.
- Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory, radiologic, and diagnostic studies.
- Prescribe medications, blood products, fluids, and other therapies within scope of practice.
- Perform invasive procedures
- Monitor ventilator management in collaboration with respiratory therapy and intensivists.
- Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and develop individualized plans of care.
- Respond to rapid response and code blue activations as assigned.
- Provide consultation regarding critical care management.
- Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding treatment plans, prognosis, and goals of care.
- Collaborate with consulting specialists and ancillary services to coordinate patient care.
- Document patient assessments, treatment plans, procedures, and progress notes in the electronic medical record.
- Ensure compliance with evidence-based practice guidelines, quality initiatives, and patient safety standards.
- Participate in quality improvement projects, peer review, and clinical education.
- Assist with discharge planning and transitions of care when appropriate.
- Maintain continuing education and competency requirements.
Requirements
Education/Licensure/Certifications:• Graduate of Accredited School offering an Advanced Degree in Nurse Practice (ARNP)
• Current, unrestricted California NP license
ACNP preferred• Current Board certification in relevant specialty
• Current DEA certificate without restriction
• ACLS required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abiliities- Advanced knowledge of critical care medicine and pathophysiology.
- Strong clinical decision-making and diagnostic skills.
- Ability to manage multiple critically ill patients simultaneously.
- Proficiency in interpreting ECGs, ABGs, imaging studies, and hemodynamic monitoring.
- Excellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
- Ability to perform under pressure in rapidly changing clinical situations.
- Strong organizational and documentation skills.
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.
Salary Description
$185,000 Anually
