As a Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner, you will work closely with physicians and other referring healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients with pulmonary conditions. You will play a crucial role in providing accurate and timely diagnosis, creating treatment plans, and educating patients on self-care and disease management. Your expertise will be essential in managing and monitoring patients with chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma, COPD, and pulmonary fibrosis. 

Address: 9250 N 3rd Street., Phoenix, AZ 85020

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
• No experience required but preferred
• Preferred 1 year in pulmonary, not required but preferred.
• Preferred minimum 1 year as a Nurse Practitioner, not required but preferred.

Current RN’s who have not yet completed their nurse practitioner program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their ANCC/AANP certification, or APRN nurse practitioner license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, ANCC/AANP certification and APRN nurse practitioner licensure.

JOB DUTIES:

• Adheres to state guidelines and all requirements for continued licensure, periodic evaluations, and actively seeks input for identifying actions to improve performance and practice outcomes.
  
• Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health
  
• Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient
  
• Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases
  
• Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
  
• Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status
  
• Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from those receiving care, referents, colleagues and caregiver/patient support systems while collaborating with physician and peers patients to enhance quality outcomes
  
• Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team
  
• Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Arizona Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance covered at 50%, Dental and Vision Insurance offered
• $2000 of continued education covered
• MICA covered at 100%
• 10 days of PTO/Vacation Time

 LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS Required:

• Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Arizona Board of Nursing 
• Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Arizona Board of Nursing