Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant GI at Alton Memorial Hospital IL

BJC HealthCare; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their compassionate team in Alton, Illinois. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to provide high-quality patient care without weekend or holiday rotations, ensuring a balanced work-life environment. You will assess, diagnose, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with physicians, making a significant impact on patient health outcomes. With a commitment to professional development and a supportive team atmosphere, this position is ideal for those looking to grow in their nursing career while contributing to a respected medical group known for excellence in patient satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability insurance paid by BJC

401(k) plan with BJC match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited NP program is required.
• Experience in GI, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, or ICU is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient care through advanced health assessment and diagnosis.
• Coordinate care and promote health through patient education.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Diagnosis

Treatment Planning

Collaboration with Physicians

Compassionate Care

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Doctorate in Nursing

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Full time, 40 hr., Monday-Friday
• No weekend rotations, no Holiday rotations, and no call schedule
• Inpatient/Outpatient
• 1 year of GI NP/PA experience preferred but open to NP/PA with the background in Emergency Medicine, Internal Med, Med Surg, and ICU
• Will consider New Grad NP/PA with the background and clinical rotations in GI

Overview

BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area.

Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world’s best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care.

BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas.

Aton and Riedel specialize in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology and is located in Alton, Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse who utilizes a high degree of knowledge, skill and competence in a specialized patient care area. This position assesses, diagnoses, prescribes, initiates plan of care and evaluates outcomes within the scope of a formal collaborative practice agreement with physician(s).

Responsibilities

• Participates in professional development
• Manages the health care of patient populations with compassion through advanced health assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician. Prescriptive responsibilities are reviewed by the collaborative physician.
• Coordinates the care of patient populations, in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician, to ensure promotion of health and wellness through education of patients and families, coordination of services and placing referrals.
• Assesses development needs of staff and develops and delivers appropriate educational programs to meet staff needs.
• Develops treatment plans, treats patients with acute problems including illnesses and minor injuries following a predetermined protocol in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree - Nursing (Accredited NP Program)

Experience

• <2 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Nurse Practitioner
• RN

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Doctorate - Nursing

Experience

• 2-5 years

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer