Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - Community GI - Inpatient

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.; West Bend (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) to deliver specialized GI inpatient care at Menomonee Falls Hospital with coverage at Froedtert West Bend Hospital as needed.

You will join a multidisciplinary team and contribute to patient care, safety, and teaching. Responsibilities include inpatient GI consults, coordinating with GI specialists, and performing diagnostic procedures with EMR documentation.

Qualifications

• GI inpatient APP experience preferred.
• Master’s degree or higher in nursing for APRN or equivalent PA certification.
• Wisconsin APRN license and active RN license.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient GI consult coverage at Menomonee Falls and West Bend hospitals.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for diagnosis and treatment in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures; document in Epic EMR.

Skills

GI experience

Education

MSN/APRN or Doctoral NP

PA degree

Job description

The Medical College of Wisconsin’s Department/Division/Program of Gastroenterology & Hepatology is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) to provide specialty medical care within the Inpatient setting. This position is located at Menomonee Falls Hospital, with coverage at Froedtert West Bend Hospital as needed. The APP works as a member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.Position Highlights:Provide Inpatient GI Consult Service coverage at both Menomonee Falls and West BendCollaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams in diagnosis & treatment of conditions requiring medical intervention in an outpatient setting and as a member of the GI teamOrder, perform, & interpret screening and diagnostic procedures & tests, and communicate & document information within the EMR (Epic)Facilitate & communicate with patients, families, & staff to promote continuity of careEducate, counsel, and assist patients & families regarding current disease & treatment plans, health maintenance activities, and preventative careEvaluate quality outcomes for patients receiving care through participation in the development of quality indicators & outcomes dashboardAcquire information on current trends in the APP field via educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and literatureSchedule:Full time, 1.0 fte position with typical hours being M-F, 8 am - 5 pmScheduling flexibility required to provide an appropriate level of patient care coverage. May require evening or weekend hours in in the future based on business needsDepartment/Division Highlights:Dynamic team at the forefront of patient care, research, & educationNationally recognized programs, multidisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to contribute to innovative care & discoveryEnvironment where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact on patients & the future of digestive healthAdvanced, Patient-Centered Clinical CareState-of-the-art diagnosis and treatment for a broad range of GI diseasesMultidisciplinary care model: coordinated work between gastroenterologists, APPs, and other specialists (e.g., surgeons, radiologists, dietitians, hepatologists) enhances outcomes for complex casesSpecialized programs such as Dysphagia Institute, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Program, Pancreaticobiliary Center, and Hepatitis Treatment Program offer robust, focused expertiseLeading Research & InnovationDivision has active involvement in clinical trials across multiple disease areas — including IBD, hepatology, motility, and advanced endoscopy — often supported by NIH and industry collaborationsA culture that integrates research into clinical care, accelerating delivery of novel therapies and evidence-based approachesCollaborative learning environment that enriches professional developmentReputation & Institutional Strength: The division’s mission is broadly aligned with the Medical College of Wisconsin’s commitment to healing, discovering, and teaching, ensuring high quality in patient care, research, and education.Integration with partner hospitals such as Froedtert Hospital and the Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center provides high clinical volume and diverse patient populationsHolistic, Personalized Care Approach: Personalized treatment plans that combine lifestyle, nutrition, and medical/surgical strategies tailored to the individual patientEmphasis on preventive care & public education about digestive health to improve long-term outcomesQualifications:Highly Preferred:APP- GI experience preferredMinimum Education:Advanced Practice Registered Nurse: Master’s Degree or higher in Nursing from a nationally accredited organizationPhysician Assistant: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies from an ARC-PA-accredited organizationMinimum Requirements:BLSDEA eligibilityAdvanced Practice Registered NurseWisconsin APRN LicenseWisconsin RN licenseNurse Practitioner Certification from a nationally accredited professional nursing organization or historical certification equivalentPhysician AssistantWisconsin PA LicenseCertification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Learn about Advanced Practice ProvidersMedical College of WisconsinThe Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the state’s only private medical school and health sciences graduate school. MCW consists of a School of Medicine with campuses in Milwaukee, Green Bay and Central Wisconsin, a School of Graduate Studies, and a School of Pharmacy. MCW is a major national research center ranking in the top third of U.S. medical schools in NIH funding and is the second largest research institution in Wisconsin. Academic medicine is at the core of everything we do at MCW, bringing together scientists, clinicians, students and community members to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to pioneer pathways to a healthier world. Every study we conduct and every patient we see leads to new learning and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge and innovation.Approximately 1,780 MCW physicians and approximately 905 advanced practice providers care for more than 484,000 patients of all ages annually at Froedtert Hospital, Zablocki VA Medical Center, Children’s Wisconsin, and many other hospitals and clinics throughout eastern Wisconsin, representing more than 5.1 million patient visits annually.The beautiful, safe and modern campus of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center (MRMC) houses Froedtert Hospital, Children’s Wisconsin, Curative Care Network, Versiti Blood Research Institute and the Milwaukee County Behavioral Health Division. 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If you believe in embracing individuality and working together according to these principles to improve health for all, then MCW is the place for you.Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan’s western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.6 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee’s many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee’s downtown is home to botanical gardens, lakefront museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, bustling nightlife, and award-winning restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. 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