Advanced Lung Center Nurse Practitioner

Company Description Penn State Health is an integrated academic health system serving patients and communities across 15 counties in central Pennsylvania, employing more than 21,900 team members. The system includes multiple hospitals and specialty centers, such as Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Health Golisano Children’s Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute, along with nearly 200 outpatient practices. Penn State Health jointly operates various specialty facilities, including rehabilitation, surgery, endoscopy, orthopedic, and behavioral health providers, offering a wide range of coordinated care. In partnership with Highmark Health, the organization supports a value-based community care network, emphasizing quality and access. Penn State Health also shares an integrated strategic plan with Penn State College of Medicine, providing a strong academic and research environment with extensive opportunities for education, collaboration, and professional growth.

Role Description: The Advanced Lung Center Nurse Practitioner provides specialized outpatient care for patients with pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary fibrosis, and other advanced pulmonary diseases. Working collaboratively with Advanced Lung Care Physicians, the Nurse Practitioner conducts comprehensive evaluations, develops and implements treatment plans, monitors disease progression, and coordinates multidisciplinary care. Responsibilities include managing clinic schedules, ordering and interpreting diagnostic testing, providing patient and family education, optimizing medical therapies, and ensuring adherence to evidence-based guidelines. The Nurse Practitioner serves as a key member of the Advanced Lung Care team, promoting high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting timely access, improved outcomes, and continuity of care for patients with complex pulmonary conditions.

Qualifications

Candidates should possess advanced clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, and management of pulmonary and respiratory conditions, including experience with chronic disease management and complex comorbidities.
Candidates should possess strong patient care and communication skills, including the ability to educate diverse patient populations, collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and provide compassionate, culturally sensitive care.
Candidates should possess sound clinical judgment and critical thinking skills, including the ability to prioritize care, respond to changing patient status, and apply evidence-based guidelines in a fast-paced environment.
Candidates should possess organizational and documentation skills, including proficiency with electronic health records, accurate charting, and adherence to regulatory, quality, and safety standards.
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution; current licensure or eligibility as a Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania, with appropriate national certification (e.g., Adult-Gerontology, Family, or Acute Care).
Experience in pulmonary, critical care, internal medicine, or related specialty is preferred; prior work in an academic medical center or tertiary care setting is beneficial.

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