Mercy Health - Chesterfield, MO
posted 2 months ago
The Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at the Mercy Virtual Care Center in St. Louis, MO, is an exciting opportunity for healthcare professionals looking to make a significant impact in patient care. This role is designed for individuals who are passionate about providing high-quality care in a collaborative environment. The Mercy Virtual Care Center is powered by a dedicated team of Physicians, Advanced Practitioners, and support staff, all focused on delivering exceptional patient care. The ideal candidate will have previous acute care experience, which is preferred but not mandatory. This position operates on-site at the Mercy Virtual Care Center, where you will work part-time, totaling 24 hours per week. The schedule consists of two 12-hour shifts each week, with start times available at 6:30 AM, 7:00 AM, or 10:00 AM. Additionally, there is a weekend requirement, where you will be expected to work one-third of the weekends, equating to two full weekends in a six-week schedule. In this role, you will collaborate closely with ER physicians and registered nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, utilizing the system-wide Epic EMR for efficient documentation and communication. Mercy Clinic, the organization behind this opportunity, is a strong, physician-led, and professionally managed multi-specialty group. With over 2,500 primary care and specialty physicians, it ranks as one of the largest integrated physician organizations in the country. Mercy has been recognized as a top health system by IBM Watson Health for four consecutive years, highlighting its commitment to quality and patient-centered care. As a faith-based organization, Mercy serves millions of patients annually across its 40 hospitals and numerous clinics, making it one of the largest Catholic health systems in the United States.