Nurse Practitioner, Urgent Care in Wentzville

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Part-Time Nurse Practitioner – Urgent Care

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (APN) to join our Wentzville Urgent Care team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for patients in an urgent care or clinic setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess, evaluate, diagnose, and provide initial treatment to all patients presenting to the Urgent Care or clinic.
• Document patient histories with a focus on the chief complaint and acute problems, including a brief medical history of other significant conditions.
• Perform systematic and problem-focused physical examinations as clinically indicated.
• Initiate appropriate laboratory testing and radiologic evaluations based on patient history and examination findings.
• Treat and manage self-limiting and acute illnesses.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records for all patient encounters.
• Educate patients on physical and mental health topics, disease processes, treatment plans, and dietary considerations.
• Refer patients to appropriate community health facilities, agencies, and support resources as needed.
• Perform clinical procedures, including:
  • Laceration repair
  • Foreign body removal
  • Fracture management
  • Wound debridement
  • Incision and drainage

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing or equivalent for licensing.

Experience:

• One year of nursing experience as a nurse practitioner or two years as a registered nurse in an adult acute care setting.

License and/or Certifications Required:

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration (Within 6 Months) or Registered Nurse (RN) Issued by Compact State (Within 6 Months)
• At least one of the following certifications:
  • ACNPC (AACN)
  • ACNPG-AG (AACN)
  • AGACNP-BC (ANCC)
  • AG-PCNP (AANP)
  • ANP-BC (ANCC)
  • FNP-C (AANP)
  • ENP-BC (ANCC)
  • ENP (AANP)
  • FNP-BC (ANCC)
  • ANP-C (AANPCB)

Take the next step in your career and make a difference in urgent care!

SSM Health‘s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary‘s, were called to aid and heal in God‘s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 15,000 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

With 23 hospitals, 9 post-acute care centers, and over 490 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you‘re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there‘s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

Wentzville is one of the fastest-growing cities in the state, blending modern development and new businesses with a rich history and a strong sense of community. It offers excellent schools, numerous parks, and family-friendly events. Residents can enjoy a variety of recreational options, such as the 250-acre Quail Ridge Park, which features a fishing lake, trails, and an off-leash dog park. The city also offers a variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options, catering to different interests. Additionally, Wentzville‘s proximity to St. Louis provides convenient access to urban amenities while maintaining a peaceful, small-town atmosphere.

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For the clinicians at SSM Health, being here means being part of a heartful heritage of healing. It?s an opportunity to further a caring legacy while advancing medicine with an esteemed organization that encourages collaboration, empowers innovation, supports growth, and seeks to elevate care for everyone we serve.