Local Contract Nurse Practitioner - Pulmonology

Job Description

LanceSoft is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Pulmonology for a local contract job in Bronx, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pulmonology
• Discipline: Nurse Practitioner
• Start Date: 07/30/2025
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days, evenings, flexible
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Title: Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) – Pulmonology
Job Location: Bronx, NY
Job Type: Full Time

Job Summary:
We are seeking a qualified and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our pulmonology team. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with pulmonary physicians to evaluate and manage patients with a variety of respiratory conditions in outpatient and/or inpatient settings. This role includes patient assessments, chronic disease management, and procedural support where applicable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including history and physical exams for patients with pulmonary conditions (e.g., asthma, COPD, pulmonary fibrosis, sleep apnea).
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests such as chest imaging, pulmonary function tests, arterial blood gases (ABGs), and sleep studies.
• Manage chronic respiratory diseases in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, inhaler techniques, and lifestyle modifications.
• Assist with or perform procedures such as thoracentesis, pleural catheter management, or bronchoscopy support, depending on training and credentialing.
• Provide inpatient consults, daily rounding, and discharge planning (if applicable).
• Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice and state licensure.
• Participate in quality initiatives, care coordination, and follow-up planning.
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Education:

• PA: Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• NP: Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing with a concentration in Adult, Family, or Acute Care.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current state licensure as a PA or NP.
• National certification (NCCPA for PAs; AANP/ANCC for NPs).
• DEA license and prescriptive authority.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; PALS preferred if working with pediatric populations.

Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in pulmonology, internal medicine, or critical care preferred.
• New graduates with relevant clinical training will be considered.

About LanceSoft

Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities, Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other provider-based facilities.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits