St. Luke's University Health Network

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Nephrology (Warren/Bethlehem)

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Board eligible or certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant.
  • Current license to practice in Pennsylvania or New Jersey depending on job location.
  • Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (for Physician Assistants).
  • Proven competency in patient assessment and treatment planning.
  • Demonstrated skills in applying evidence-based practices for patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive healthcare services under physician supervision or collaboration.
  • Conduct thorough patient assessments and physical examinations.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests for accurate condition determination.
  • Develop and implement patient management and treatment plans.
  • Coordinate patient care with other healthcare team members.
  • Engage in virtual care services via St. Luke’s platform as needed.
  • Contribute to teaching and mentoring healthcare students and residents.

Benefits

  • Robust orientation program for both experienced professionals and new graduates.
  • Structured mentorship program for Advanced Practitioners.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Financial support for continuing medical education and certification.
  • Memberships for fitness and sports performance centers.
  • Malpractice insurance covered by the employer.
  • Opportunities for teaching, research, and quality improvement.
Full Job Description
The Advanced Practitioner (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) is responsible for providing healthcare services to patients under the supervision of, and/or in collaboration with, the attending physician. These services include, but not limited to, medical evaluation, treatment, counseling, and referrals. Consists of diagnostic evaluations, therapeutic remediation, surgical assistance, and pharmaceutical prescription As with any other health care professional, the Advanced Practitioner is charged with being a patient advocate. The Advanced Practitioner will participate in patient satisfaction, quality, and performance improvement initiatives. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Competent in the assessment, treatment, counseling, and education of the patient, and their families, being provided medical services. - Competency in evaluating patients and performing physical examinations including obtaining, studying, and updating medical histories. - Demonstrates ability to determine abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as radiologic and laboratory studies, and then accurately interpreting test results. - Evaluates, develops, and implements appropriate patient management and treatment plans, based on assessment of needs - Coordinates and communicates patient care effectively with other healthcare professionals and institutions to meet patient’s healthcare needs. - Provides high quality health care, based on best practice and/or evidenced based medicine. - Performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, as appropriate, and aligned with granted clinical privileges - As requested, conduct virtual care services, described as live and interactive clinical assessments, diagnosis, and treatment of patients via St. Luke’s virtual care platform, assisting in care coordination and/or escalation of care, as appropriate - Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Maintains required continuing medical education - Participates in the research, development, implementation, and tracking of clinical management guidelines. - Participates in the teaching of multidisciplinary students (nursing, nurse practitioner, pharmacy, physician assistant, medical, etc.) and physician residents & fellows, ensuring a positive educational environment. - Participates in AP student clinical rotation preceptorship, when assigned - Demonstrates performance improvement in the following areas as appropriate: clinical care/outcomes, customer/service improvement, operational system/process, and safety. - Competent in utilizing electronic medical record, remains current with medical record documentation, and provides documentation that is for optimal for billing provided professional services. - Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices. - Performs routine health maintenance activities for new and established patients. - Coordinates patient care and family counseling with public and mental health agencies, as appropriate. - Teaches wellness habits and educates patients on prevention of potential health problems or method of dealing with present problems. Provides information and materials relating to patient health care needs - Provide occupational health services in the urgent care setting, including but not limited to; pre-employment physicals, injury care and work comp cases/follow ups. WHAT CAN WE OFFER TO YOU?: - Robust orientation program for all levels of experience including new grads - AP Mentorship Program - Comprehensive Benefits Package - Competitive Compensation Package - CME plus Certification Cost Reimbursement - Fitness and Sports Performance Center Memberships - Malpractice Insurance - Team-based care with well-educated, dedicated support staff - Teaching, research, quality improvement and strategic development opportunities CULTURE: St. Luke’s is a thriving, integrated health network where more than 1,000 Advanced Practitioners are integral members of the health care team. Our employed providers benefit from a dedicated leadership structure, a professional organization, and a culture that puts patient care at the center. With an established department of advanced practice that has a dedicated leadership structure, and with room for advancement and growth within the Network. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be board eligible or board-Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sit up to 8 hours per day; 3 hours at a time. Stand for up to 8 hours per day; 8 hours at a time. Walking for up to 6 hours per day. Frequently lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 10 pounds. Rarely lifting, carrying and pushing objects up to 75 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently reaching above shoulder level. Frequently handling, firm grasping and twisting & turning as it relates to performing procedures. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation, high and low frequencies. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color and peripheral vision. Must be able to speak as it relates to normal conversation and projection as it relates to lectures and presentations. EDUCATION: Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner or Medical Physician Assistant with current license to practice in the state of Pennsylvania or New Jersey, as determined by the job location. Physician Assistants must also have a current certification through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate's relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements. The estimated salary range for this position is: $93,500.00-$136,000.00 The compensation ranges disclosed here pertain solely to the base salary and excludes potential bonuses. It is important to note that base salary ranges for APPs are based on years of experience and the specific specialty. Please complete your application using your full legal name andcurrent home address. Be sure toincludeemployment history forthe past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you areencouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications andlicenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!

About St. Luke's University Health Network

St. Luke's University Health Network is a non-profit healthcare system that provides medical services to patients in eastern Pennsylvania and western New Jersey. The network operates several hospitals, urgent care centers, and primary care clinics, as well as specialty centers for cancer, heart and vascular care, and orthopedics. St. Luke's University Health Network was founded in 1872 and is headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
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Size
16,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$2.5 billion

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