What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist position at Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS)?
Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist is a skilled member of the allied health care team, who is expected to practice at the highest level of their licensure. This requires providers to stay up to date with the latest evidence based medicine. They work collaboratively with the Physician Hospitalist to facilitate acute care of the adult patient. This individual works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, case managers and other health care disciplines utilizing a team approach. The nurse practitioner participates in all aspects of care of the hospitalized patient including admissions, discharge, daily rounds and patient education.
This role is has 24 hour shifts 7 days straight with 14 days off.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Minimum Required : Masters, Physician Assistant, Post-Masters in Nursing (MSN) or Doctorate in Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from an accredited nursing program within the APNP’s specialty area which included supervised clinical practicum.
Preferred / Optional : None
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required : Some previous nursing experience in a hospital setting.
Preferred / Optional : Three years’ experience as a staff nurse or nurse practitioner in a hospital setting preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
Minimum Required :
- License requirement- Active RN license and an Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber Certification for the applicable State.
- Certification requirement- Current certification by the American Nurses Association (ANA), the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), or an equivalent body recognized by the applicable State for care of the Adult Patient Population.
- Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
Preferred / Optional : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire. Adult Gerontology NP or Adult Acute Care NP Certification.
Compensation & Benefits
Ladysmith, Wisconsin
Located along the scenic Flambeau River in northwestern Wisconsin, Ladysmith features a thriving business district in a picturesque Northwoods setting. Ladysmith has a population just north of 4,500 people, but is big in personality with its beautiful parks, diverse restaurants and shopping in its historic downtown district. The public schools in Ladysmith are above average, it is a safe community and Ladysmith is investing in their community with over $150 million in new industrial investments since 1995. If you call Ladysmith home, you will come to enjoy the benefits of short commutes, safe and friendly neighborhoods, fresh air and water, bountiful nature and so much more.
Marshfield Clinic Health System physicians and staff are motivated by our mission to enrich lives. We serve more than 350,000 unique patients each year through accessible, high quality health care, research and education. With more than 1,600 providers in 170 medical specialties and subspecialties as well as over 13,000 employees in 65 clinical locations in 45 communities serving Wisconsin and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, Marshfield Clinic Health System is nationally recognized for innovative practices and quality care.
The Marshfield Promise
Motivated by our mission to enrich lives, we use common values to ensure those we serve feel supported in their healthcare journey and staff and providers are actively engaged with one another. Together through our actions, we promise to deliver compassionate, safe and expert care to everyone.
The Marshfield Promise is centered around 5 core values; Patient-Centered, Trust, Teamwork, Excellence and Affordability.
