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Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

APP Gastroenterology

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/15/2026
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Mid
Master's
Portage, MI, USA+2 moreMore locations: Battle Creek, MI, USA | Kalamazoo, MI, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryAdvanced Practice Providers

About the job

Requirements
  • A master's degree (MSN or MS in Nursing) and two years of recent clinical experience related to the area of practice are required.
  • Current registered nurse licensure in the State of Michigan is required.
  • Certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the specialty area of practice is required, and all requirements for medical staff privileges must be maintained.
  • Must be able to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with documentation and record keeping in the department.
  • Must possess effective interpersonal relationship and communication skills applied to multiple group interactions.
  • Must communicate clearly and efficiently both verbally and in writing.
  • Must maintain a current level of knowledge relative to professional practices and continuing education requirements necessary for licensure.
  • Must observe state regulations and professional ethics applicable to advanced nursing practice.
  • Must maintain privileged access to unit medication rooms for stocking and/or retrieving supplies.
  • Must maintain a working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, the Compliance Accountability Program, the Code of Ethics, and other policies and procedures.
  • Must maintain a safe workplace by keeping the work area free of hazards and correcting or properly reporting safety hazards.
  • Must use correct body positioning and proper body mechanics to avoid injury, use safe work practices such as pushing rather than pulling and patient transfer/lifting devices, and use personal protective equipment when necessary.
Responsibilities
  • Assist with seeing patients in outpatient settings in Battle Creek and Portage Monday through Friday, and perform hospital rounding.
  • Establish medical diagnoses for common short-term and chronic stable health problems; order and evaluate diagnostic studies; perform and monitor therapeutic procedures such as sutures, incision and drainage, IVs, casting, and splinting; and assess or manage follow-up plans.
  • Prescribe and regulate medications according to written physician-agreed protocols.
  • Record and document health appraisal data necessary to maintain, coordinate, or expedite required services and meet clinic policy.
  • Assume responsibility and accountability for time management, cost outcomes, professional relationships, and interpersonal interactions.
  • Act as a resource to health care staff and/or implement education programs to improve management of patients and families.
  • Develop, conduct, and/or evaluate formal or informal in-service and continuing education programs in areas of expertise.
  • Support research by defining clinical research questions, participating in and conducting research in the practice specialty, and/or incorporating findings into practice.
  • Collaborate with physicians as necessary to provide an appropriate plan of care.
  • Refer patients to appropriate physicians and community resources for consultations, including therapy, specialists, and social resources.
  • Provide emergency care within Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and/or Basic Life Support guidelines.
  • Participate in continuing education, professional memberships, and scholarly, community outreach, and marketing activities to enhance the nurse practitioner role and image of nursing in patient, community, and professional relations.
  • Participate in the development and annual review of clinic written policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Participate in process-improvement activities appropriate to the practice environment and use their results to initiate changes in practice and/or the practice environment.
  • Contribute to an environment conducive to the professional education of colleagues as appropriate.
  • Maintain and promote patient confidentiality.
  • Deliver care in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity, and rights, and act as a client advocate.
  • Promote quality nursing care through research in nursing practice, standard setting, peer review, evaluation of care and outcomes, and formal and informal education opportunities.
  • Adhere to the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Nurses.
  • Demonstrate commitment to outstanding customer service in a manner reflective of the organization's mission, values, and customer service standards.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experienced advanced practice providers with a background in gastroenterology, family medicine, or internal medicine are preferred; new graduates will also be considered.
  • Previous teaching experience is preferred.

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Bronson Methodist Hospital

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Bronson Methodist Hospital is a nonprofit health system serving southwest Michigan. The system provides hospital, primary, specialty, emergency, outpatient, rehabilitation, and community health services through regional care locations. It serves patients, families, clinicians, referring providers, and communities throughout southwest Michigan. Its operating model centers on coordinated hospitals and practices supported by clinical programs, technology, facilities, supply chain, and administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, rehabilitation, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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