Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner; NP​/Physician Assistant; PA)

The role of Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) is an exceptional opportunity for healthcare professionals dedicated to providing high-quality patient care in a dynamic clinical environment. This Hospitalist NP/PA position is suited for both experienced practitioners and motivated new graduates, offering a supportive onboarding and training program to ensure a successful transition into hospital medicine. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) plays a critical part in managing inpatient care, collaborating closely with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care to hospitalized patients.

If you are passionate about hospital medicine and excited to join a collaborative team, this full-time position offers a rewarding career path. The welcoming healthcare community in Cadillac, MI, provides a vibrant and supportive environment for medical professionals.

As a Hospitalist NP/PA, you will be responsible for providing direct inpatient clinical care under the supervision and collaboration of hospitalist physicians. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating hospitalized adults, managing acute and chronic conditions, and participating in care planning and discharge processes. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner (NP) / Physician Assistant (PA) position is ideal for candidates seeking to grow their inpatient clinical skills, develop expertise in hospital medicine, and work within a multidisciplinary team.

New graduates are encouraged to apply, and a structured training program is in place to facilitate professional development and clinical confidence.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examination, and diagnostic interpretation.
• Develop, implement, and manage patient treatment plans in consultation with attending physicians and the care team.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory results.
• Prescribe medications, therapies, and interventions within licensure and scope of practice.
• Document all patient interactions, clinical findings, and care plans in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, case conferences, and discharge planning meetings.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Complete hospital orientation and credentialing requirements prior to independent practice.
• Submit and maintain up-to-date case logs, encounter logs, and procedure documentation as required.

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Malpractice coverage provided at $1,000,000 / $3,000,000 limits.
• Opportunity for full-time employment in a collaborative and supportive hospital environment.
• Comprehensive onboarding and new graduate training program for seamless transition into hospitalist practice.

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.
• Active, unrestricted Michigan license to practice as an NP or PA.
• Michigan Controlled Substance license or registration.
• DEA registration with a Michigan address and prescriptive authority.
• Nurse Practitioners:
  Active AANP or ANCC certification;
  Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification preferred.
• Physician Assistants:
  Active NCCPA certification.
• Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Documentation of immunizations and health screenings, including influenza, MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap/TD, and TB testing.
• Submission of two years of case logs, encounter logs, or procedure logs, including CPT codes, in Excel or summary format.
• Successful completion of in-person hospital orientation and medical director approval for delineation of privileges.

• Demonstrates strong clinical acumen and commitment to evidence-based practice in hospital medicine.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with patients, families, and care teams.
• Is detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities for accurate documentation and compliance with credentialing requirements.
• Exhibits adaptability and eagerness to learn, particularly for new graduates entering the hospitalist field.
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