What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner position at Kingman Regional Medical Center?
Job Description
Located in northwest Arizona, Kingman offers a mild climate with stunning Arizona sunsets! In the shadows of beautiful mountain ranges and nearby lakes, Kingman is an outdoor enthusiasts' paradise with abundant sunshine and is a great community to live, work and play!
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our outpatient Pulmonology team. In this, you will play a critical role in diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a variety of respiratory and pulmonary conditions.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments: medical history, physical exams, and symptom review.
- Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic tests: pulmonary function tests (e.g. spirometry), imaging (e.g. chest X-ray), labs, arterial blood gases, etc.
- Develop, implement, and manage individualized care plans for acute and chronic pulmonary conditions (e.g. asthma, COPD, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung disease, post-COVID respiratory issues).
- Prescribe appropriate medications and therapies, including pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions (bronchodilators, inhaled therapies, oxygen therapy, etc.), within scope of practice and state regulations.
- Collaborate with pulmonologists and other members of the health care team to ensure coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
- Provide patient and family education on disease processes, medication management, lifestyle modifications, smoking cessation, breathing strategies, and self-management of chronic lung diseases.
- Manage follow-up care, monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and coordinate referrals to specialists.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems.
Qualifications
Education:
• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) with certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program.
Licensure & Certification:
Licensure & Certification:
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Arizona.
• National certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience preferred
Experience preferred
What we offer
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients in our community ,
Posting Date:
Locations: 3269 Stockton Hill Road Kingman AZ 86409