Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

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Job Title:

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist

Cost Center:

301321122 Ladysmith-Hospitalist

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Variable (United States of America)

Job 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

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

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 

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position.  Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

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

• Competitive salary 
• Health, dental, life, disability, and occurrence-based malpractice insurance 
• Relocation support

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. Fun Fact: Train lovers will see a number of railroad displays across the city and can visit “Old Smoky” a steam engine, and tour a box car and caboose!

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 pr