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**Responsibilities** The hospitalist nurse practitioner will provide patient services under the direction of the supervising hospitalist. The APN/PA will have the opportunity to consult with the supervising hospitalist or the back-up supervising hospitalist at all times, in compliance with state regulations and hospital bylaws. The position works autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to provide a continuum of health care needs. The position will report to the St. Vincent hospitalist medical director. + Contributes to the fulfillment of the St. Vincent Health System mission and vision and the strategic initiatives of St. Vincent Health System by providing medical care to patients under the direction of a supervising hospitalist. + Provides a comprehensive assessment of the patient's medical, physical and psychological status, develops medical care plans, implements and manages a treatment plan, periodically assesses patient's medical needs, and provides patient education and counseling + Functions within the scope of practice as defined within state regulations. The APN/PA scope of practice will be defined by the collaborative agreement as completed with the collaborating physician. + Adheres to patient confidentiality, infection prevention, safety and security measures, and all other hospital policies and procedures. **Qualifications** + Previous experience as a hospital-based nurse practitioner or physician assistant is desirable but not required. + Current Nurse Practitioner Licensure in Arkansas ( **Acute Care** certified) + Collaborative Agreement with supervising physician. + Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and ability to maintain said certificate. + ACLS or ACLS instructor certification is required upon hire **Overview** CHI St. Vincent a regional health network serving Arkansas is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance.We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care pet care senior caregivers housekeepers & more.Health/Dental/Vision InsuranceFlexible spending accountsVoluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft Adoption AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your familyPaid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and developmentMatching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement ProgramsWellness Programs **Pay Range** $56.12 - $70.14 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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