Urgent Care Nurse Practitioner
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated independent Nurse Practitioner to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected Urgent Care Clinic, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
About the role
Practice setting: Urgent Care
Access to onsite X-ray and laboratory services for rapid diagnosis
Employed position within a nonprofit health system
Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
Responsibilities
- Evaluate, diagnose and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses and minor injuries in a fast-paced urgent care setting
- Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests including X-rays, laboratory studies, and point of care testing
- Provide procedures such as wound repair, splinting, incision and drainage, foreign body removal, and other urgent care interventions within scope of practice
- Document patient encounters accurately and thoroughly in the electronic medical record
Requirements
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Certified Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing preferred. - Education: Master's degree of Nursing required.
Preferences
- 1 year of family practice or urgent care experience preferred.
Qualifications
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Pay
Commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full Time