APP - Nurse Practitioner - Hospice - Corewell Health South - St Joseph, MI
APP - Nurse Practitioner - Hospice - Corewell Health South - St Joseph, MI
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Corewell Health South is seeking a compassionate patient centered Nurse Practitioner to join our dedicated team of providers to care for hospice patients in our community. If you have a passion for helping patients and families manage complex multi-dimensional challenges in a variety of settings this may be the opportunity for you.
At Corewell Health Hospice when considering end-of- life care we focus on making every day count and embrace the best quality of life possible. Our team is there to help manage pain provide comfort and offer support.
Responsible for managing patients and coordinating the services provided by multiple disciplines within and outside the health system. Maintains a collaborative practice agreement with specific physician(s). Exercises independent judgment in the assessment diagnosis and initiation of selected protocols/procedures. Provides educational support for patients/significant others health team members and the community and coordinates QA/QI studies to measure outcomes of care.
- Functions in the role of advanced practitioner to coordinate comprehensive care delivery. Writes orders/prescriptions for standard formulary medications laboratory radiographic studies and consultations coordinating the scheduling of admissions diagnostic evaluations follow-up exams laboratory tests referrals to home care social services and other community agencies order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. Obtains histories and performs physical exams.
- Assesses the patients/significant others health care teams schools and other community educational needs and develops implements evaluates and revises teaching strategies/educational programs related to area of specialty.
- Ensures that operations are in compliance with professional standards applicable laws accreditation compliance/regulatory requirements and that organizational goals are being followed. Practices in accordance with the Michigan Public Health Code.
- Delivers care in a manner that is culturally sensitive and preserves patient autonomy dignity and rights. Acts as a patient advocate crossing multidisciplinary lines to meet patient needs
- Communicates collaborates networks with and acts as a consultant to other members of the health care team within and outside Spectrum Health. Acts as a consult in area of expertise.
- Performs and assists with designated procedures.
- Documents in the medical record and dictates information as appropriate.
- Provides input into the strategic planning implementation and evaluation of service/program. Measures the outcomes of care and evaluate services across the continuum of inpatient to outpatient services. Makes recommendations to improve the quality of patient care provided and utilizes the scientific method to research clinical problems.
- Masters Degree - Nurse Practitioner. Required
- 3 years of relevant experience current relevant clinical experience Required
- Previous experience functioning in a collaborative role Required
- Experience as a Nurse Practictioner Preferred
- LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - STATEMI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required
- LIC-Nurse Practitioner (NP) - STATEMI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required
- LIC-Drivers License - STATEMI State of Michigan Upon Hire Required
- CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association 90 Days Preferred
Corewell Health South formerly Spectrum Health Lakeland is a teaching hospital offering residencies in Emergency Medicine Family Medicine and Internal Medicine. We also host 3rd and 4th year medical students and are a regional campus of Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine Central Michigan University College of Medicine and we are an affiliate of Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
People are at the heart of everything we do and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes innovation strong community partnerships philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 65000 dedicated peopleincluding more than 12000 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15500 nurses providing care and services in 21 hospitals 300 outpatient locations and several post-acute facilitiesand Priority Health a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.3 million members. Through experience and collaboration we are reimagining a better more equitable model of health and wellness. For more information visit
Recruitment & Benefits Package
Competitive market-based compensation
Health/dental/vision/disability/life insurance/retirement benefits
CME allowance
Relocation assistance provided in accordance with policy
Interview expenses covered
In addition to being a lakeshore community southwest Michigan is home to Whirlpool Corporations Global Headquarters and Andrews University one of the most diverse college campuses in the United States. Cost of living is affordable. Outdoor activities are many. Great schools are plenty. Access to the big city is easy only 90 miles from Chicago and quality of life is better.
Youll also find a diverse medical staff who care deeply about serving our close-knit community and many providers who support and participate in medical missions all over the world.
An interconnected collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system we advocate for equity as we care for our patients our communities and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity equity and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
How Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial health and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Optional identity theft protection home and auto insurance pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Hospice & Palliative Care Royalton - 4025 Health Park Lane - St JosephDepartment Name
Provider Services - Hospice SouthEmployment Type
Full timeShift
Day (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
40Hours of Work
40Days Worked
5Weekend Frequency
Variable weekendsCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.
Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members patients visitors and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR Varicella Tdap and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process to perform the essential functions of a job or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability pregnancy or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race color national origin sex disability age religion genetic information marital status height weight gender pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran status or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system we advocate for equity as we care for our patients our communities and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity equity and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.
Employment Type
Full-Time
