Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
CommonSpirit Health
Chattanooga, TN, 37404, USA
Chattanooga, TN, 37404, USA
- $52.12 - $62.29 p/hour
- Healthcare
- Internship
- Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner
- Advanced Practice Practitioner
- Acute Care
The Lead Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner at CHI Memorial Hospital provides expert clinical care to hospitalized patients while leading and mentoring a team of Advanced Practice Practitioners. Responsibilities include developing onboarding programs, supporting operations, and collaborating with hospital staff to ensure clinical excellence and efficient patient flow. The role requires a Master's degree in nursing or Physician Assistant certification, relevant experience, and strong leadership skills within an acute care setting.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Lead Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our well-established hospital-employed group.
About CHI Memorial: A regional leader in healthcare for Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, CHI Memorial is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization and proud member of CommonSpirit Health. With 4,700 dedicated employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians, we are committed to the healing ministry of the Church, providing a continuum of care that includes preventative, primary, and acute hospital services, as well as specialized care in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.
Our unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in our accolades:
Essential Responsibilities:
Develop and oversee structured on-boarding program for new Hospitalist APPs.
Attend leadership and operations meetings as the APP representative.
Communicate updates, policy changes and operational priorities to the APP team in a timely manner.
Maintain up-to-date reference materials, policies, and standard operating procedures for the APP team.
Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and selection of new APP candidates.
Serve as the primary point of contact for escalation of APP-related issues, workflow challenges, or scheduling concerns.
Obtain medical histories when necessary.
Perform physical exams (within established protocol).
Diagnose, treat and monitor acute and chronic diseases (within protocol guidelines).
Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
Prescribe or recommend medications for prescription for medications and treatment (within protocol guidelines).
Responds to emergency situations in an appropriate manner.
Promote positive lifestyle habits to all patients through education and counseling.
Maintain patient's privacy and confidentiality.
Assist doctors with phone coverage and hospital rounds.
Work closely with other nurses to assure patient flow is efficient.
Support discharge planning and care coordination.
Consult with the supervising doctor regarding patient symptoms to assure proper diagnosis and plan of treatment.
Provide comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
Conduct relevant research.
Participate in unit rounds as needed.
Job Requirements
Required Education & Experience
CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, it offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, and stroke care, and orthopedic and rehabilitation services. CHI Memorial is a regional referral center of choice with 4,700 employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.
About Chattanooga, TN: America's First National Park City
Discover Chattanooga, Tennessee - North America's first National Park City - a vibrant hub where urban energy meets unparalleled natural beauty. Known as "The Scenic City" and "GIG City" for its blazing-fast internet, Chattanooga is nestled in the heart of the mountains, conveniently located where Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee converge. It's just a two-hour drive from major metropolitan centers like Atlanta, Nashville, and Birmingham.
Chattanooga consistently earns accolades, recognized by Outside Magazine as the OUTSIDE CITY and lauded among "America's Top-Rated Cities" and "Top 10 Cities" for living and recreation. It's celebrated as one of the "Smartest Cities in the World" and a "Top 10 Southern Mid-Market with a Highly Diversified Economy."
This dynamic city effortlessly blends "Big City" amenities with the ease of a smaller town, offering:
Educational opportunities are exceptional, with strong public school systems and excellent local private schools, particularly in areas like Signal Mountain and Lookout Mountain. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga further enhances the region's academic landscape, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and medical education programs, including 9 residency and 4 fellowship programs.
Chattanooga Area Attractions:
Pay Range
$52.12 - $62.29 /hour
CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Lead Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our well-established hospital-employed group.
About CHI Memorial: A regional leader in healthcare for Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, CHI Memorial is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization and proud member of CommonSpirit Health. With 4,700 dedicated employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians, we are committed to the healing ministry of the Church, providing a continuum of care that includes preventative, primary, and acute hospital services, as well as specialized care in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.
Our unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in our accolades:
- Best Regional Hospital: Named Best Regional Hospital in the Chattanooga area by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year, and ranked among the top hospitals in Tennessee (No. 4).
- 'A' Hospital Safety Grade: Consistently recognized with an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, demonstrating our dedication to patient safety.
Essential Responsibilities:
Develop and oversee structured on-boarding program for new Hospitalist APPs.
Attend leadership and operations meetings as the APP representative.
Communicate updates, policy changes and operational priorities to the APP team in a timely manner.
Maintain up-to-date reference materials, policies, and standard operating procedures for the APP team.
Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and selection of new APP candidates.
Serve as the primary point of contact for escalation of APP-related issues, workflow challenges, or scheduling concerns.
Obtain medical histories when necessary.
Perform physical exams (within established protocol).
Diagnose, treat and monitor acute and chronic diseases (within protocol guidelines).
Order and interpret diagnostic tests.
Prescribe or recommend medications for prescription for medications and treatment (within protocol guidelines).
Responds to emergency situations in an appropriate manner.
Promote positive lifestyle habits to all patients through education and counseling.
Maintain patient's privacy and confidentiality.
Assist doctors with phone coverage and hospital rounds.
Work closely with other nurses to assure patient flow is efficient.
Support discharge planning and care coordination.
Consult with the supervising doctor regarding patient symptoms to assure proper diagnosis and plan of treatment.
Provide comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
Conduct relevant research.
Participate in unit rounds as needed.
Job Requirements
Required Education & Experience
- Master's degree in nursing or Physician Assistant certificate.
- 4 - 6 years experience as a NP/PA in an acute or primary care setting
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Prior experience precepting or mentoring APPs strongly preferred
- Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of TN
- Licensed as an RN in the state of TN/GA
- American Heart Association BLS
CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, it offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, and stroke care, and orthopedic and rehabilitation services. CHI Memorial is a regional referral center of choice with 4,700 employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.
About Chattanooga, TN: America's First National Park City
Discover Chattanooga, Tennessee - North America's first National Park City - a vibrant hub where urban energy meets unparalleled natural beauty. Known as "The Scenic City" and "GIG City" for its blazing-fast internet, Chattanooga is nestled in the heart of the mountains, conveniently located where Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee converge. It's just a two-hour drive from major metropolitan centers like Atlanta, Nashville, and Birmingham.
Chattanooga consistently earns accolades, recognized by Outside Magazine as the OUTSIDE CITY and lauded among "America's Top-Rated Cities" and "Top 10 Cities" for living and recreation. It's celebrated as one of the "Smartest Cities in the World" and a "Top 10 Southern Mid-Market with a Highly Diversified Economy."
This dynamic city effortlessly blends "Big City" amenities with the ease of a smaller town, offering:
- A family-friendly and safe atmosphere
- Easy commutes and a moderate cost of living
- A revitalized $120 million riverfront
- A very active Arts Council and diverse Museums
- An extensive greenway system perfect for walking, running, and biking
Educational opportunities are exceptional, with strong public school systems and excellent local private schools, particularly in areas like Signal Mountain and Lookout Mountain. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga further enhances the region's academic landscape, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and medical education programs, including 9 residency and 4 fellowship programs.
Chattanooga Area Attractions:
- Tennessee Aquarium
- Hunter Museum of American Art
- Creative Discovery Museum
- IMAX 3D Theater
- Chattanooga Choo Choo
- Chattanooga Zoo
- Rock City
- Ruby Falls
- Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra
- White Water Rafting
- Rock Climbing - Largest Indoor Facility - Mountain Climbing
- Hamilton Place Mall is TN's largest mall - 5 Regional Shopping Malls
- Chattanooga Look Outs AA Baseball Team (Cincinnati Reds affiliate)
- Two Professional Soccer Clubs: Chattanooga FC & Chattanooga Red Wolves
- 21 Golf Courses
Pay Range
$52.12 - $62.29 /hour
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