PA or NP for Inpatient Palliative Care

CoxHealth•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a physician for assistance in clinical decision-making, case management and evaluation of performance. The Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care and treatment to patients and performs physical examinations; orders diagnostic tests, develops treatment plans and prescribes drugs or other therapies. The Nurse Practitioner may also plan, direct, or coordinate medicine and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations. CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas, including six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. The organization's mission is to improve the health of the communities they serve, with a vision to be the best for those who need them, guided by values of safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Requirements

Masters of Science in Nursing
No Prior Experience Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams
Proficient computer skills
MO Nurse Practitioner license
Successful completion of all department specific credentialing within first 90 days of employment

Nice To Haves

1-2 years experience

Responsibilities

Works in collaboration with a physician for assistance in clinical decision-making, case management and evaluation of performance
Provides advanced nursing care and treatment to patients
Performs physical examinations
Orders diagnostic tests
Develops treatment plans
Prescribes drugs or other therapies
May also plan, direct, or coordinate medicine and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations