Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care at Beacon Health System – Kalamazoo, Michigan

Provides direct diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive health care services under the supervision of a physician.

• Obtains patient history and performs assessment.
• Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic procedures. Provides and documents direct treatment and management of health conditions.
• Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
• Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and care.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
  • Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing/obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Verified by local Credentialing Office.
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

OR

• • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Current, valid state license (PA or NP) and appropriate certification (NCCPA or ANCC/AANP).
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.

Work Experience:

• None required.