Nurse Pract Hospitalist

CHI Health is seeking Acute Care Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to join a consistently busy and rapidly expanding Hospital Medicine Service in Council Bluffs, IA.  As part of our team, you will work closely with our experienced Hospitalists to cover general medical admissions during the evening and overnight.  This opportunity is suited for a self-motivated provider who thrives in a dynamic environment, interacting seamlessly with patients, nurses and physicians.

This opportunity offers:

• Full Time Schedule – Nights
• CHI Health Bergan Mercy Medical Center in collaboration with Select Specialty Hospital
• Team Environment Focused on Patient Care
• Manageable Workload Allowing for Delivery of Quality Patient Care
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance and 401k

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nurse Practitioner Studies or Physician Assistant from an accredited program
• For APRN's - Acute Care certification is highly desired
• Experienced providers must have worked in an inpatient setting
• Certification by a nationally recognized certification organization
• Ability to obtain licensure in Nebraska and Iowa
• BLS

Interested candidates, please submit CV to:

Jonathan Rhodes

Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people.

• Patient Care:
• Diagnose and treat various medical conditions.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Conduct thorough medical examinations and histories.
• Communication:
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Provide clear and concise medical information.
• Foster a collaborative and patient-centered approach to healthcare.
• Documentation:
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Document medical findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans.
• Ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.
• Diagnostic Procedures:
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging.
• Perform procedures as needed
• Collaborate with specialists for further diagnostic evaluation.
• Team Collaboration:
• Collaborate with nurses, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions.
• Provide consultative services to other healthcare providers.
• Quality Improvement:
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Review and analyze clinical outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Implement changes to enhance patient care and safety.
• Compliance:
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in medical practice.
• Stay informed about healthcare regulations and compliance requirements.
• Participate in quality audits to ensure adherence to standards.
• Continuous Learning:
• Stay abreast of medical advancements and best practices.
• Participate in ongoing medical education and training.
• Contribute to the development of clinical protocols and guidelines.

• American Board Certified or Board Eligible in Specified Area of Medical Specialty
• A valid and unrestricted state medical license or license-eligible