Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Emergency Department

We Are Hiring

Specialty: Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Subspecialty Interest: Emergency Medicine

Schedule: PRN

Practice Detail: Join a dynamic team of Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers

EMR System: Cerner

Facility: Ascension - Wamego Health Center

Location: Wamego, Kansas

What You Will Do

Ascension Via Christi is looking for a Physician Assistant or APRN for our Emergency Department in Wamego, Kansas.This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Via Christi to provide medical services to patients.

Responsibilities:

Obtains patient history and performs assessment via observation, interview and examination. Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies. Performs preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and patient care.

Provides direct treatment and management of health conditions via referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.

Counsels and educates patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.

Documents delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.

Why Join Ascension Medical Group Via Christi

Largest multi-specialty group practice in Kansas including locations in Manhattan, Pittsburg, Wamego and Wichita

More than 300 providers in 40 specialties providing mission-minded care for all

Academic affiliation with the University of Kansas School of Medicine and sponsorship of 6 residency and 2 fellowship programs

About Wamego

Family-focused suburban community with a small-town charm

Conveniently-located 15 minutes west of Manhattan, Kansas, and approximately 1.5 hours from the Kansas City area

Amenities include parks, great schools with a wide array of activities, affordable housing and solid economic base

Located near Kansas State University and home to Highland Community College

About Ascension Medical Group

When you join Ascension Medical Group (AMG), you are entering a community where physician and advanced practice provider engagement and experience is recognized as a key driver of delivering excellent patient care.With 1,900 sites of care and 7,000 providers strong, AMG is one of the largest healthcare provider networks in the United States. Physicians and advanced practice providers benefit from a collaborative approach to care, significant professional opportunities, career advancement, training and competitive wages.

What You Will Need

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.

Additional Preferences

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Visa Eligibility

None

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Why Join Our Team?

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.

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