Internist Job at Franciscan Physician Network in Michigan City, IN

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Franciscan Physician Network is seeking a part-time Nurse Practitioner with experience, to meet the growing demand for pre-operative services at Franciscan Health Michigan City IMPACT Center in Michigan City, IN.

This Nurse Practitioner would thrive in a fast-paced environment, be team oriented and work collaboratively with physician, to coordinate and deliver the highest quality of patient care. The Nurse Practitioner will, also, have a desire to develop strong ties with patients and the community in which they serve.

WHAT WE NEED:

Ideal candidate will have experience in internal medicine, ambulatory setting and or pre-operative medicine with a strong focus on clinical excellence and patient satisfaction. Candidate will display exceptional interpersonal skills and a desire to develop strong ties with the community and existing medical staff.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT:

• Part-time Schedule

• No call expectation

• Average outpatient volume: will vary

• Work collaboratively with surgeons / physician offices and anesthesia providers

• Will work with patients to ensure they are medically optimized for a variety of surgery procedures

• Formulate medical diagnosis based on patient admitting status, and physical findings

• Implement plan of care

• Communicate to Physicians, their assessment through surveillance exams, injuries, treatment and procedures, as deemed necessary

• Develop individualized plan of care for all assigned patients

• Consistently evaluate the effectiveness of care provided to the patient

• Perform interventions to meet holistic needs of patient, under the direction of the Medical Director, and under the leadership of the Client Resource Manager

WHO WE ARE:

Franciscan Physician Network (FPN), a division of FRANCISCAN HEALTH, brings together the many primary care and specialty physician groups associated with Franciscan Health’s hospitals and access points across Indiana and Illinois. FPN includes over 1,000 physicians and advanced practice providers.

With 12 hospitals, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence. Franciscan Health takes pride in providing compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.

WHAT WE OFFER:

At Franciscan Physician Network we strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance for our providers. Full- and part-time opportunities are offered with benefits, which could include:

• Competitive compensation

• Paid malpractice

• 27 days of Permitted Time Off plus five additional paid days for CME with annual stipend

• Full benefits package, including health, life, dental, vision and legal insurance

• Retirement options, including 403(b), 457(b), 401(a)

• Short- and Long-Term Own Occupation Disability

• Customized marketing support

WHERE WE LIVE:

Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park, Michigan City merges the best of small-town friendliness with easy access to Chicago – less than 60 miles away. Known for its miles of waterfront beaches and property, you can live in amenity rich communities where affordable living options abound. Stroll along the fresh-water beaches, harbors and lighthouses or immerse yourself in water sports.

Qualifications:

• Required Master's Degree Nursing / Patient Care

• Preferred Doctorate Nursing / Patient Care

• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association Per Job Setting

• Registered Nurse (RN) - State Licensing Board

• Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Nationally Recognized Certification - National Certification Corporation (NCC)