Nocturnal Hospital Critical Care APP

Company Description

Berks Schuylkill Respiratory Specialists provides comprehensive care for residents of Berks and Montgomery County, specializing in Pulmonary Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Critical Care, and Asthma management. The practice offers services such as COPD and asthma treatment, lung nodule evaluation, lung cancer care, pulmonary biopsy, and biological therapies. Additionally, they provide support with sleep disorders, including sleep apnea solutions like CPAP and Inspire therapy. The team is dedicated to delivering advanced diagnostic and therapeutic interventions to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Phoenixville Hospital, Phoenixville, PA, for a Nocturnal Hospital Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP). The APP will be responsible for providing overnight care to critically ill patients, performing patient evaluations, managing acute conditions, and monitoring progress. The role includes collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, implementing treatment plans, and ensuring continuity of care throughout patient treatment. The APP will also respond to emergencies, communicate with patients' families, and document medical records efficiently.

Qualifications

• Experience in Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, including managing acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Strong skills in patient assessment, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment planning
• Proficiency in performing advanced procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and arterial line insertion
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities to work within an interdisciplinary team
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems for efficient patient documentation
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP), with appropriate licensure in Pennsylvania
• Experience in nocturnal or hospital-based care is preferred
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure