Advanced Practice Provider: Patient-Centered Impact

Marshall Medical Centers; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Morgan Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver comprehensive patient care, from history taking to treatment planning. The APP will diagnose illnesses, order tests, prescribe therapies, and educate patients and families, while supporting research and quality initiatives.

Two credential paths are accepted: Nurse Practitioner with an MSN and national NP certification and Alabama licensure; or Physician Assistant with PA degree, a valid PANCE, and Board of Medical

Qualifications

• Completion of Nurse Practitioner (NP) - MSN from an accredited program.
• Current NP board certification.
• Active Alabama RN license.
• Or: Physician Assistant degree and PANCE certification.
• Registration with the appropriate Alabama/Medical Board.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient data and formulate clinical judgments for treatment.
• Prioritize health concerns to design interventions.
• Collaborate with the care team on multidisciplinary plans.
• Develop plans to guide the team toward recovery.
• Plan, implement, and delegate therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust plans for outcomes.
• Establish and maintain practice standards with clinical experts.
• Utilize organizational resources to promote patient outcomes.
• Assess patients for history, physicals, and discharge planning.

Skills

BLS

ACLS

Education

Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Nurse Practitioner board certification

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant program

PANCE certification

Alabama Board of Nursing registration

Board of Medical Examiners registration

Job description

Decatur Morgan Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver comprehensive patient care, from history taking to treatment planning. The APP will diagnose illnesses, order tests, prescribe therapies, and educate patients and families, while supporting research and quality initiatives.

Two credential paths are accepted: Nurse Practitioner with an MSN and national NP certification and Alabama licensure; or Physician Assistant with PA degree, a valid PANCE, and Board of Medical