Remote Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Hospitalist - Mercy Virtual Care Center

Mercy Health - Chesterfield, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Chesterfield, MO

1,001-5,000 employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Virtual Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant position at Mercy Virtual is a fully remote role focused on providing quality patient care to established inpatients. The role involves performing admissions, addressing cross-coverage issues, facilitating transfers, and ensuring continuity of care. This position is designed to enhance patient safety, reduce ER hold times, and improve overall patient satisfaction while working collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless continuity of care for established inpatients.
• Perform admissions and address cross-coverage issues in real-time.
• Facilitate appropriate patient transfers as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and other advanced practitioners on admissions and consults.
• Work rotating weekends and holidays as part of the schedule.

Requirements

• Acute Care Certification for Nurse Practitioners.
• One year of previous advanced practitioner inpatient Hospitalist experience required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with Epic EMR system.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• CME (Continuing Medical Education) support
• Relocation assistance
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Paid vacation time
• Weekend and evening shift differentials