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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Palliative Care
Boone Health, Boone Hospital Center
Boone Hospital Center, a 392-bed full service hospital in Columbia, Missouri is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Palliative Care. The candidate for this position will be joining an established hospital within a strong community focused to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Boone is currently a Magnet Hospital for its nursing excellence and has also been named the number one hospital in central Missouri and number five overall hospital in the state by U.S. News and World Report.
Overview
Practice Highlights:
- Join a dynamic team within an established hospital environment dedicated to enhancing community health.
- Utilizes a high degree of knowledge, skill, and competence in a specialized patient care area. Assesses, diagnose, prescribes, initiates plan of care and evaluates outcomes within the scope of a formal collaborative practice agreement with physician(s).
- Participates in professional development and lifelong learning.
Responsibilities:
- Manages the health care of select patient populations through advanced health assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician. Prescriptive responsibilities are reviewed by collaborative physician.
- 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.
- Maintain a constant state of alertness and safety in this critical role at Boone Health.
- Performs Other Responsibilities as Assigned.
About Columbia, MO: our community offers a compelling blend of professional opportunities and quality of life that makes it an ideal place for physicians seeking to relocate. Beyond work, Columbia boasts a vibrant community with excellent schools (both public and private), diverse cultural experiences, and abundant outdoor recreational activities, including the state-wide Katy Trail, amidst its scenic landscapes. With its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of community, Columbia ensures a fulfilling lifestyle for both professionals and families alike.
At Boone Health Medical Group, we have a team of providers in many specialties including but not limited to: Family Practice, Internal Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiovascular Surgery, Pulmonary Medicine, Sleep Medicine, Endocrinology and Podiatry. Are clinics are located throughout mid-Missouri allowing our patients easy access to world-class care.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision, alongside wellness programs.
- Robust 401(k) retirement plan with diverse investment options.
- Educational assistance programs and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) available.
- Supportive work-life balance initiatives to promote a positive and productive workplace environment.
Required Qualifications:
- Degree:
- PA: Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree – Accredited PA Program
- NP: Master’s Degree in Nursing (Accredited NP Program)
- Experience: < 2 years
- Supervisor Experience: No Experience
- License: Licensed/Certification PA/NP
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree: Doctorate in nursing
- Experience: 2 to 5 years
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: to be discussed during interview process
Work Shift
Day Shift (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
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