Nurse Practitioner, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), Experienced

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QUALIFIED

Healthcare Professionals accepted) Acute & Critical Care-NP - The ICU Nurse Practitioner performs physical exams, collects and documents data, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, makes and confirms diagnoses, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications and provides direct patient care services under the general supervision of the supervising physician. Performs therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient clinical status to include performance of procedures to include central lines, arterial lines, temporary hemodialysis catheters, paracentesis, thoracentesis, pigtails catheters, intubation, cardioversion, and lumbar puncture. Proficient in the placement and management of Vascular Access catheters including arterial catheters, and central venous catheters. Perform basic Ventilator management. Explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient family, staff, and healthcare providers. Participate in and lead multidisciplinary rounds. Provide first contact for critical care consultations in select cases outside of the ICU service. Assess patient for change in status and institute appropriate interventions, compatible with their training, and initiate necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient. Formulate and implement treatment plan for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated primary supervising physician and|or attending back-up physician(s). Document in medical records and appropriate narrative summaries. Provide family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the hanging health care needs of their family member. Assess family adaptation, coping. Qualifications - Certification and current license to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. DEA number and Mass Controlled Substances registration. Must have critical care advanced practitioner experience. Adept at communication with patients and staff.