Day (United States of America)
Department:
300 - 780000 PPP - Clinic - Pulmonology CareThe Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner will collaborate with physicians and clinical staff to provide evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
Responsibilities
• Perform patient assessments, including medical history and physical exams
• Diagnose and manage pulmonary conditions such as COPD, asthma, and pneumonia
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with physicians
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging
• Provide patient education and coordinate care with the healthcare team
• Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record
Qualifications
1. Current Louisiana RN and APRN licensure required.
2. BLS and ACLS certification required
3. Pulmonary, critical care, or internal medicine experience preferred
Terrebonne General Health System has been building a reputation based on quality and is a nationally recognized health care organization that provides state-of-the-art technology and advanced services.
Terrebonne General is a public, non-profit health care system consisting of a 321 licensed bed acute care facility complete with a range of services such as a Women’s Center, cancer care services, an outpatient surgery center, diagnostic imaging services, Women’s Diagnostic and Breast Imaging Center, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and emergency care services.
Terrebonne General takes pride in being the largest community-based hospital in the tri-parish area of Terrebonne, Lafourche and St. Mary parishes. The medical center serves as a major economic force for the community with a staff of over 1500 employees. In addition, the system currently has a medical staff of over 150 physicians offering a variety of specialties ranging from family practice to cardiovascular surgery.
Terrebonne General is accredited by Joint Commission, the national body that ensures that member hospitals meet established standards for quality of patient care. Terrebonne General is also a member of the Louisiana Hospital Association and is also a member of Premier, a purchasing organization of several hundred hospitals throughout the entire United States.
