Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist works in collaboration with hospital physicians to manage care for patients with stable and chronic illnesses. Orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Being a Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. Makes patient rounds. Additionally, Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist plans and coordinates rehabilitation, home health care, and follow-up services for patients with acute health issues. Requires a master's degree. Requires Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP). Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
As a nurse practitioner in the cardiothoracic intensive care unit, you'll care for critically ill patients who are recovering from cardiac and thoracic surgery. Working in this specialty unit of a hospital, you'll take medical histories, examine and monitor patients, perform diagnostic tests, develop and implement plans of care, perform invasive procedures and collaborate with the cardiothoracic care team. You'll play a critical role in preventing illness, providing moral support, promoting health and wellness, and educating patients and families.