NP or PA for Nephrology at CoxHealth in Springfield, MO

Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our team. The APP will collaborate closely with Nephrologists and the Clinic Manager to deliver exceptional patient care both in the hospital and clinic settings.

Work Schedule:

• Rotation Structure: The APP will follow a consistent rotation schedule:

  • 1 week in the hospital (Monday – Sunday) followed by 4 weeks in the clinic.

  • The week following the hospital rotation will consist of 3.5 clinic days, with a half-day dedicated to administrative duties to compensate for the previous weekend’s work.

Volume Expectations:

• Hospital Shifts: The APP will collaborate with a Nephrologist to round on inpatients, assisting with care planning and treatment strategies.

• Clinic Shifts: APPs are expected to see approximately 11-12 patients during a full clinic day.

Call Schedule:

• There are currently no on-call requirements for APPs in this role.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Hospital Duties:

  • Meet with the assigned Nephrologist to strategize daily patient care coverage.

  • Review patient labs, imaging, and other relevant data to develop or adjust inpatient care plans.

• Clinic Duties:

  • Conduct patient appointments based on a variety of schedules, with intervals ranging from weekly to annually.

  • Utilize designated time blocks to review patient charts and prepare for upcoming appointments.

We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration, learning, and professional growth. If you are a dedicated APP with a passion for providing excellent nephrology care, we encourage you to apply.

CoxHealth is a Top 100 Integrated Healthcare Network that includes: Cox South Hospital (706 Beds), Cox Medical Center Branson (165 Beds), Cox North Hospital (72 Beds, inpatient psych), Meyer Orthopedic and Rehab Hospital (86 Beds), Cox Monett Hospital (25 Beds), and Cox Barton County Hospital (25 beds). In addition, there are more than 80 clinics with 560+ physicians and 53 specialties.

CoxHealth is the only Springfield hospital named for seven years to U.S. News & World Report's Best Regional Hospitals list. CoxHealth is recognized by CareChex®, the medical quality rating division of Comparion®, as among the Top 10 percent U.S. hospitals for patient safety in overall hospital, medical and surgical care. 

Springfield, Missouri is a vibrant and energetic area that serves as a hub for health care, entertainment and shopping for southwest Missouri. It's the third-largest city in Missouri, with a metro population of more than 450,000. Springfield is consistently rated as one of the "Top Quality of Life Communities in the Nation" by Money Magazine. It offers outdoor activities, live music, theaters, major sports teams and an established academic community. Enjoy a low cost of living, convenient airport access and top-rated schools.