Neuro Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

OverviewMemorial Health Partners and CHI Memorial Hospital now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:On-site childcare with extended hoursCare@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO)Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible spending accountsVoluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify TheftAdoption AssistanceTuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsWellness ProgramAdditional incentives for eligible full time day shift and night shift opportunities#HECResponsibilitiesJob Summary / PurposeThe Nurse Practitioner is responsible for utilizing training and skills to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a physician.Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Obtain medical histories when necessary.

Perform physical exams (within established protocol).

Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic diseases (within protocol guidelines).

Order diagnostic test.

Prescribe or recommend medications for prescription for medications and treatment (within protocol guidelines).

Provide preventive health screenings and immunizations for children and adults.

Promote positive lifestyle habits to all patients through education and counseling.

Assist the doctor with office surgeries.

Assure charts are signed off by the doctor within 7 days.

Maintain patient’s privacy and confidentiality.

Make follow up calls to check patients progress.

Assist doctors with phone coverage and hospital rounds.

Work closely with other nurses to assure patient flow is efficient.

Consult with doctor regarding patient symptoms to assure proper diagnosis and plan of treatment.

Performs other duties as assigned

QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceMaster’s degree in nursing3-5 years clinical nursing practice in an acute care setting required.1-3 years previous experience as a NP in an acute or primary care setting or equivalent RN experienceRequired Licensure and CertificationsCertified Nurse Practitioner in the state of TNLicensed as an RN in the state of TNAmerican Heart Association BLS (BLS-CPR)Pay Range$48.26 - $54.30 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.