RN: NURSE PRACTITIONER POST TRANSPLANT FULL TIME

Location: Columbia, Missouri
Shift:   Monday-Friday days with call and fair share of holidays, call/holiday coverage will be reviewed during department interview

Location:  University Hospital

Department:  Post Transplant

Salary:  $78,520 - $127,961/year based on applicable supervisory and RN experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional to join our dynamic team. We seek an individual who embodies empathy and expertise, ready to act as a beacon of support for patients, families, and fellow healthcare professionals alike. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating autonomy and expert skill in diagnosing and treating a range of health issues. Your dedication to excellence will be reflected in your adherence to nursing standards and ethical practices, ensuring the highest quality of care for every patient. As a vital member of our team, you'll not only manage clients within your specialty but also serve as a champion for patient satisfaction, addressing concerns with care and efficiency. Join us in making a difference in the lives of those we serve, one patient at a time.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE   

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals — including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital — and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you’ll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

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At MU Health Care we value both personal and professional development which is why we have implemented a Nursing Clinical Ladder Program, a yearly incentive program that rewards bedside nurses for their dedication.  We also provide Tuition assistance and nursing core courses to help nurses expand their careers into different units and roles as well as a Nursing Certification Award Program to help cover the costs of certification courses and testing.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

·         Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one 

·         Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays 

·         Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

·         Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) 

·         Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

See a comprehensive list of benefits here . 

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Act as a resource person for patients, families, nursing staff and other health care professionals in area of expertise. Collaborates with collaborative MD in difficult or complicated cases and as agreed upon in collaborative agreement. Collaborates with other health professionals in the provision of patient care while maintaining standards of care utilizing the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses as the foundation for nursing practice and meeting the standards for regulatory requirements for state and federal agencies. Conducts comprehensive health assessments and demonstrates a high level of autonomy and expert skill in the diagnosis and treatment of actual and potential health problems. Enters into collaborative practice agreements with MD colleagues. Manage clients within specialty: performs patient histories and physical exams; orders/performs diagnostic procedures; monitors patient condition, lab values and results of diagnostic procedures; and develop treatment goals. Promote and achieve satisfaction of external and internal customers. Effectively intercede with families and patients and resolve concerns related to the delivery of health care services. May complete unit/department specific duties as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. Preparation as a nurse practitioner in either a Master's program or a certificate program. Must be granted a “Document of Recognition” from the Missouri Board of Nursing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.