Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Location: Allegan, Michigan

We believe in bringing better to our local community in Allegan, Michigan—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We would love to talk if you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.

Job Description:

• Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital is a small 25-bed critical access hospital. We are building out a team of 2 APPs.
• Our group will hold two team meetings a month to communicate trends, hospital news, and group performance.
• We expect our APPs to participate in multi-disciplinary rounds with case management, nursing, and pharmacy.
• We also encourage our providers to join hospital committees and quality directives.

Qualifications:

• Nurse Practitioner board certification required

Flexible Scheduling:

• A flexible schedule is available, and we cover for each other when we're out.
• We will have one APP that works independently and manages their census of patients daily from 7 am to 7 pm.
• The APP works in conjunction with a physician providing remote supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ascension Borgess Allegan Hospital is a small 25-bed critical access hospital with no ICU. Our APPs care for inpatients in this low-acuity facility.
• The average census fluctuates between 7 and 10 patients daily, with three to four patients being low-acuity swing bed patients.
• The last admissions are taken at 6 PM.

Community Overview:

Allegan isn't just where we work—it's where we live, raise our families, and enjoy the charm of a close-knit community surrounded by natural beauty. From the scenic Kalamazoo River and Allegan State Game Area to family-friendly neighborhoods, local festivals, and a welcoming small-town feel, Allegan is a place that truly feels like home.

Allegan-Centered Care:

• Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we're focused on the people of Allegan and nearby areas. You'll be part of a team that's making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.
• Our team is very much a part of the surrounding community, and we try to stay involved in it both inside and outside of work.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation: Robust total rewards package.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • 401k with matching contributions.
  • Paid malpractice insurance with tail coverage included.
  • Annual CME allowance.