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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Hospitalist

Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care. Avera McKennan is hiring for its own floors, with no agency in between.

Posted Aug 6

Pay
Not posted
Shift and hours
Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America)
Unit and setting
Hospital
License
NP license Physician Assistant license qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment
Term
Permanent

Do you qualify?

License
Physician Assistant license qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment
License
Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) license qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment
License
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in state of practice Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Certification
Federal Drug Enforcement Admin registration (state and federal based on state of practice) Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and
Certification
Certified Physician Assistant (NCCPA) Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire

What it pays

Eligibility
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires

Benefits

  • BenefitsPTO available day 1 for eligible hiresPTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
  • BenefitsUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementUp to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
  • BenefitsCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
  • PTO
  • 401k/Retirement

The role and schedule

Day to day
Assess, diagnose, and treat patients according to approved protocol and standards of practice Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
Day to day
Provide medical services and health education to patients and family members Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members.
Day to day
Contribute to health education and increase patient motivation for self-care
Day to day
Consult and collaborate with physician in assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
Day to day
Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to approved protocols Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
Day to day
Interpret diagnostic information and consult with physician regarding abnormal findings
Day to day
Ensure appropriate referrals are made for patients Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
Day to day
Demonstrate health, safety, and aseptic practices and provide patient safety instruction
Day to day
Contribute to development and attainment of physician practice goals Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
Day to day
Practice according to written, approved protocols and support practice policies
Day to day
Maintain patient records and accurate information Maintains patient records and accurate information.
Weekends
Possible weekends Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America)
Holidays
Possible holidays

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  • How does compensation work, including base pay and the productivity or RVU formula?
  • Are there differentials or other recurring incentives?
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  • Does the employer cover malpractice and tail coverage, plus CME, licensing, and DEA support?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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Your fit

On your path

Nurse Practitioner is advanced-practice territory. The long route; independence depends on your state.

Original listing

Posted on Avera McKennan’s careers page.

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Worker type
Regular

Work Shift

Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Position Highlights Physician Assistant (PA)- Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire You Belong at Avera Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care. What you will do Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice. Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members.

Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care. Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients. Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.

Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care. Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients. Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices.

Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards. Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.

Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards. Maintains patient records and accurate information.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer. Required Education, License/Certification, or Work

Experience

Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire Expectations and Standards Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.

Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.

Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable. Benefits You Need & Then Some Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives.

Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org .

What's around it?

In Pierre, SD

Pierre, SDFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 11% below the US average

Median rent
$983/mo
Household income
$77,672/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Pierre, SD

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