Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Lung Transplant/Advanced Lung Diseases

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Organization:

VUH Advanced Practice Provider

Job Summary:

Works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. Provides healthcare in primary care, acute care, critical care and long-term health care settings. Has didactic education, clinical competency and national certification in identified area of clinical practice. Demonstrates medical knowledge, clinical judgment, technical competence, professionalism, interpersonal communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and is responsible for professional development and competency validation. Has an advanced knowledge of nursing theory and application. Participates in the medical and surgical care of solid organ transplant patients and/or living donors in the clinical acute care and/or ambulatory setting. Responsible for the development, promotion and coordination of a multidisciplinary plan of care from the time of referral for transplantation or organ donation through the evaluation process, hospitalization and continuing after discharge to assure adequate health maintenance and long term care of the transplant patient.   

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Position Hours:

• Full-time, 3 13-hour shifts per week

• Night Shift

• Inpatient position

About Us:

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a renowned academic medical center dedicated to advancing medical knowledge, improving patient care, and training the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Our lung transplant program is recognized for its excellence in patient outcomes and providing comprehensive care to patients with end-stage lung disease. In addition to lung transplant patients, we care for patients with advanced pulmonary hypertension and severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) receiving bronchoscopic lung volume reduction procedures (BLVR). We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where every team member can thrive and make a difference in the lives of our patients.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

• Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, with licensure in Tennessee.

• Active Tennessee DEA license or ability to obtain.

• Prior clinical experience in critical care, pulmonary medicine, or transplant medicine strongly preferred.

• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to manage complex medical conditions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with patients and collaborate effectively with healthcare team members.

• Commitment to evidenced-based practice, continuous learning, and professional development.

• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) / Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a leading academic medical center.

• Supportive work environment with access to innovative technology and resources.

• Access to continuing education opportunities, conferences, and research collaborations.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations, including medical history review, physical examinations, and diagnostic testing. Obtains and documents a health history; performs and documents complete, system-focused, or symptom-specific physical examination, assessment and plan of care;

• Collaborate with transplant surgeons, pulmonologists, and other healthcare professionals to develop in