Kingman Regional Medical Center

Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner

Kingman Regional Medical Center  •  Kingman, AZ (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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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:
• 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

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

Kingman Regional Medical Center

About Kingman Regional Medical Center

Kingman Regional Medical Center (KRMC) is a 235-bed multi-campus health care system in Kingman, Arizona that employs over 1,900 employees, 150 volunteers, and 270 physicians/allied health professionals. KRMC is the largest provider of health and wellness services in northwestern Arizona. It is home to an advanced imaging center, cancer center, cardiovascular center, rehabilitation and balance center, wound care center, sleep disorders center, acute rehabilitation specialty hospital, primary and specialty care clinics, hospice home, and beautiful wellness center. KRMC is also a teaching hospital offering residencies in emergency medicine and family medicine. The hospital received the Arizona Innovation Award for its efforts to proactively enhance healthcare in a rural community. The hospital’s vision is to provide the region's best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3Cf0-x4kS4

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Kingman, AZ
Year Founded
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