Huntsville Hospital Health System
Location
Decatur, Alabama
The Hospitalist APP provides comprehensive inpatient medical care for adult patients, including admissions, diagnosis, and treatment management. They collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to ensure high-quality care and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
Candidates must be a certified Nurse Practitioner with an MSN or a certified Physician Assistant from an accredited program. Current licensure through the Alabama Board of Nursing or Board of Medical Examiners is required.
Overview Job Summary The Hospitalist Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) supports the Hospitalist service by providing comprehensive inpatient medical care to adult patients. Responsibilities include performing admissions, cross-coverage, and discharge planning; obtaining and documenting patient histories; conducting physical examinations; ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests; diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions; prescribing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments; and providing patient and family education.
The Hospitalist APP collaborates closely with Hospitalist physicians, nursing, case management, and ancillary services to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality inpatient care. Additional responsibilities include participation in quality improvement initiatives, staff and student education, and program development as assigned. The Hospitalist APP demonstrates Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision, and values through professional conduct and clinical practice.
Education & Licensure Nurse Practitioner (NP): MSN from an accredited program, national NP certification, and current licensure through the Alabama Board of Nursing. Physician Assistant (PA): Graduation from an accredited PA program, NCCPA certification, and licensure through the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners. All candidates must be credentialed and approved by the hospital credentialing board. Experience Preferred but not Required Acute care experience preferred Critical Care experience preferred
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