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Advanced Practice - Emergency Medicine opening in AL
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

Job Summary

Occupation Physician Assistant
Specialty Emergency Medicine
Degree Required MPAS/MHS/MMSc/MPH
Position Type Permanent/Full-Time
Work Environment Hospital Clinic/Private Practice
Location Decatur, Alabama, United States
Visa Sponsorship No

Job Description

Last Update: 6/24/19
**Emergency Medicine NP opening in Alabama**

* Located in ***Decatur, AL*** - 87miles from Birmingham
* Full time, permanent
* Seeking an experience ER Nurse Practitioner to join established practice
* Minimum 3 years full time ER or Critical Care RN and/or CRNP experience recommended.
* The nurse practitioner provides comprehensive direct patient care and scholarly practice including obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing complete physical examination, ordering and performing diagnostic testing and screening, diagnosing illness, prescribing both pharmacological and other treatments for patients, and providing health maintenance and promotion interventions such as patient and family education and counseling.
* Also, the NP assumes accountability for indirect care responsibilities, which support patient care including staff and student education, clinical research, program development, and quality improvement.
* Must have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
* BLS for Healthcare Providers must be obtained in orientation period. ACLS must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment and maintained current.
*TNCC must be obtained within the first 2 years of employment and maintained current.
* PALS is highly recommended. Department specific competencies must be completed within the provisional period and maintained current

**Community and Area Highlights:**

Decatur, Alabama is located on the Tennessee River and boasts a rich heritage and a dynamic future. Here, you'll find economic prosperity, cultural diversity, and community spirit combined to make Decatur a Grand City on a Charming Scale.

* Located on the banks of The Tennessee River.
* Less than 80 miles from Birmingham and Nashville and approximately 30 miles from
Huntsville.
* Within hours to a variety of vacation destinations, including beaches, lakes, mountains,
and amusement parks.
* Easy access to an international airport.
* Live and work in a safe, friendly community that offers excellent educational opportunities and an abundance of recreational activities that your entire family can
enjoy.
* Low cost of living, affordable housing available in the community including suburban neighborhoods, historic downtown neighborhoods, and riverfront.
* Strong industrial and manufacturing base gives residents stable employment. opportunities and ensures a population with reliable health insurance for a consistent
patient payer mix.