Nurse Practitioner - Neurology
Alton Memorial Hospital
Alton, IL
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Nurse Practitioner Neurology Associates Alton IL

Additional Information About the Role * Nurse Practitioner role for Neurology Associates in Alton, IL * FT, 40hr/week * Split responsibilities between Memorial Hospital IL and Christian Hospital MO * Licensed NP in MO and IL required * Sleep and Neurology experience preferred but open to New NP Grads with a background in the Neurology field Overview BJC Medical Group is the multi-specialty physician organization of BJC HealthCare and includes over 600 doctors and advanced practice providers who are affiliated with the top-ranked hospitals in the area. Since 1994, BJC Medical Group has provided access to the world's best medicine through caring people and integrated systems. The providers are nationally recognized for excellent patient satisfaction and quality health care. BJC Medical Group physicians are trained and certified in over 25 medical specialties and serve patients in more than 125 locations in the greater St. Louis, mid-Missouri and southern Illinois areas. Neurology Associates of Alton is located on the campus of Alton Memorial Hospital in Alton, Illinois. Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse who utilizes a high degree of knowledge, skill and competence in a specialized patient care area. This position assesses, diagnose, prescribes, initiates plan of care and evaluates outcomes within the scope of a formal collaborative practice agreement with physician(s). Responsibilities Participates in professional developmentManages the health care of patient populations with compassion through advanced health assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and evaluation in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician. Prescriptive responsibilities are reviewed by collaborative physician.Coordinates the care of patient populations, in a collaborative practice agreement with a physician, to ensure promotion of health and wellness through education of patients and families, coordination of services and placing referrals.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. Minimum Requirements Education Master's Degree - Nursing(Accredited NP Program) Experience <2 years Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Nurse PractitionerRN Preferred Requirements Education Doctorate - Nursing Experience 2-5 years Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. * Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date * Disability insurance* paid for by BJC * Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC * 401(k) plan with BJC match * Tuition Assistance available on first day * BJC Institute for Learning and Development * Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time * Adoption assistance To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits * Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer