Nurse Practitioner

North Kansas City Hospital; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Meritas Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Kansas City to join our Medical Oncology team. The role emphasizes patient care through comprehensive assessments and treatments, as well as collaboration with physicians. Candidates should hold a Master's Degree in Nursing and possess relevant experience, contributing to our mission of improving community health.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Six paid holidays

CME allowance and PTO

Paid Malpractice

Qualifications

• Licensed RN in Missouri as Advanced Nurse Practitioner.
• 2 years experience in clinic specialty expected.
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat patients competently.
• Assist physicians and manage patient follow-ups efficiently.
• Formulate and develop patient care plans with appropriate interventions.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis

Patient Treatment

Communication

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Board/Association Certification

Job description

Summary

Meritas Health is hiring a Nurse Practitioner to join our Medical Oncologyeam 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
• CMEallowance 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, develops a patient education plan, and obtains 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.