Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Atlanta, GA. Posted 9 days ago

The role

You will provide comprehensive care to patients with respiratory conditions like asthma, COPD, and pneumonia. You will conduct assessments, diagnose illnesses, and implement treatment plans.

What you will do

Conduct thorough physical assessments and medical screenings of patients with pulmonary conditions.
Diagnose and treat common respiratory illnesses, including asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients.
Prescribe medications and therapies, such as inhalers, antibiotics, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
Educate patients and their families on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
Perform diagnostic procedures, such as spirometry, chest X-rays, and arterial blood gas analysis.
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.

Required qualifications

Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility
Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician license
DEA License
CPR BCLS/BLS certified
Must hold a Master's Degree in Nursing
Local Travel 100% Required
Completed a degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
A year of experience in Pulmonology or respiratory care
Must have great organizational and time management skills.
Prolonged standing/walking.
Occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.
Computer work.

Nice to have

Preferred experience in Documenting EMR (Sigma, Visual, PCC, etc.): training provided

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
401K
Company-Sponsored Life Insurance
Paid Subscription to UpToDate
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Paid Time Off
Malpractice insurance coverage

About the company

Infinite Medical P.C. is a nationwide network of advanced practice providers and specialty clinicians delivering care to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Their partnership with MedElite Healthcare Management Group focuses on providing personalized care for seniors.