Nurse Practitioner

North Kansas City Hospital; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their team in Kansas City. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care within a supportive community-focused environment. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will assess, diagnose, and treat patients while collaborating with physicians to enhance healthcare delivery. The organization prides itself on its commitment to quality and community service, providing a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about improving lives and want to be part of a caring family, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA)

Competitive Wages

Paid Time Off

Six Paid Holidays

CMA Allowance

Paid Malpractice

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing and board certification required.
• 2 years NP experience in clinic specialty is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients competently.
• Develop and implement cost-aware care plans with patients.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Patient Education

Clinical Process Improvement

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Office Skills

Job description

Summary

Meritas Health is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to join our Briarcliff team in the Northland! If you’re looking for a great opportunity to serve our community and be part of a growing organization, join our Meritas team!

Here at Meritas, our mission is to provide hope and healing to every life we touch. Whether you are serving patients at a primary care practice, specialty practice, or in a support capacity, every team member works together to complete this mission. Joining Meritas means you are joining a family that is committed to serving our community and giving patients better quality of life.

Reasons to Join Meritas:

• Comprehensive Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, FSA)
• Competitive wages
• Paid time off for personal/vacation/sick
• Six paid holidays per year
• CMA allowance and paid time off for CME attendance
• Paid Malpractice

Job Description:

Nurse Practitioners provide healthcare and perform selective medical services under the direction of physicians.

Job Duties:

• Competently assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients.
• Assists physicians by maximizing patient volume, monitoring and contacting high-risk patients, returning patient calls in a timely manner, and providing follow-up on diagnostic test results.
• Develops with the patient and/or caregivers a mutually acceptable cost-aware plan of care that maximizes health potential. Formulates a treatment plan which includes ordering diagnostic tests, selecting appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, developing a patient education plan, and obtaining appropriate consultation or referral. Consults with physician appropriately regarding patient care issues and concerns.
• Demonstrates productivity and initiative by organizing patient care, delegating to appropriate staff, prioritizing workload, and seeking opportunities to improve clinical processes and staff/patient education.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing and maintain board/association certification.
• Licensed by the state of Missouri as a Registered Nurse to practice as an Advance Nurse Practitioner.
• 2 years experience as NP in clinic specialty.
• Current BLS through American Heart Association.
• Basic office skills.

More Possibilities:

As the largest network of providers in the Northland, we can offer you more opportunities to grow. Here at Meritas, we believe that together, we will become legendary for our commitment to remarkable patient care. If you are looking to better the lives of those in our community, then join our Meritas family, where your voice counts.

Meritas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in our organization. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.