Urgent Care NP/PA

Ascension; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b)

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join an established Urgent Care team in an outpatient setting. This employed position offers support from a large health system and a strong referral network.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Nursing, BLS within 30 days, and prescriptive authority certification; DEA may be preferred. Oklahoma licensure is specified for eligibility. Comprehensive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date or transfer date required.
• Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing required (Kansas licensure for Kansas facilities).
• DEA registration credentialed preferred.
• Oklahoma RN licensure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Join an established team of Urgent Care providers and deliver care in an outpatient setting.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies to guide clinical decisions.
• Coordinate referrals and transitions to specialists and community resources.
• Maintain clinical documentation in accordance with network nursing policies and standards.

Skills

Urgent care

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated provider to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established team of Urgent Care providers
• Practice setting: Outpatient
• Employed position within a nonprofit health system
• Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
• Conduct thorough patient evaluations through detailed histories, physical exams, and observational interviews. Confidently order, perform, and interpret essential diagnostic studies to guide your clinical decisions.
• Coordinate seamless care transitions by managing referrals to trusted specialists and community resources, while ensuring all clinical documentation is accurately maintained in accordance with network nursing policies and specialty standards.

About the Facility

• Urgent Care Locations Ascension St. John
• Serving a population of approximately one million
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Providers Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner with Prescriptive Authority credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. For incumbents working in Kansas-based facilities, licensure through the Kansas Board of Nursing will be required.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Oklahoma Board of Nursing preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree of Nursing required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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