Nurse Practitioner (NP)/ Physicians Assistant (PA) - Pulmonology
Sidney Regional Medical Center·Sidney, Nebraska
Sidney Regional Medical Center·Sidney, Nebraska
The Nurse Practitioner will conduct comprehensive health assessments and manage acute and chronic pulmonary conditions. Responsibilities include diagnosing, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, and coordinating care with other healthcare professionals.
Description Join our caring community at Sidney Regional Medical Center in Sidney, Nebraska! We are currently pursuing a highly skilled and compassionate full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our rapidly growing Pulmonology team in the Specialty Clinic.
At SRMC, our patients are our number one priority. We aim to provide extraordinary care every single day by ensuring that our patients’ well-being comes first. But amazing patient care starts with YOU. Your knowledge and quality care will make all the difference!
SRMC is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program! We provide employees with free assistance navigating the PSLF program to submit their federal student loans for forgiveness.
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Hospitality: Bring your warmth and kindness to our patients with a smile.
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Team: Small community, big heart – where every team member makes a difference.
Meaningful
Impact: Your dedication transforms lives and creates a supportive, caring environment. This position will work collaboratively with a team of physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care to patients with acute and chronic pulmonary conditions. This role involves both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities including clinical assessments, diagnostics, treatment planning, patient education, and ongoing disease management.
Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical exams for patients with respiratory and pulmonary disorders. Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions such as COPD, asthma, interstitial lung disease, pulmonary hypertension, sleep apnea, and lung infections. Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests including chest X-rays, CT scans, pulmonary function tests, and sleep studies. Develop individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians. Prescribe medications and non-pharmacological treatments in accordance with state and federal regulations. Provide education and counseling to patients and families regarding disease prevention, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and symptom management. Monitor treatment efficacy and adjust plans as necessary for optimal patient outcomes. Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, and ancillary services as needed. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, case reviews, and clinical research (if applicable). Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR) documentation. Demonstrate excellent clinical, diagnostic, and decision-making skills. Exhibit strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational abilities. Other duties as assigned by management.
Generous paid time off. Education reimbursement opportunities. Growing 401(k) retirement program up to 5% company match. Comprehensive dental, vision, disability, and accident insurance. Insurance for critical illness, health, and life.
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or PA program with a Master’s or Doctorate degree. Prefer 1-2 years of experience in pulmonology, internal medicine, or a related specialty. License as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in Nebraska. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. Sidney Regional Medical Center is an EEO Employer/Vet/Disabled.
Market context
Advanced-practice nursing roles in Nebraska are typically tied to ongoing demand for clinicians who can support primary care, specialty care, and rural access needs. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a BSN, an MSN, active APRN licensure, national certification, and sometimes 2-3 years of experience plus a DEA license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm whether your certification, licensure, and prescribing credentials match the posting before applying.
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