Hospital-Based Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - LTAC

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients who need advanced, specialized care.

LeaderStat is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Nurse Practitioner for a full-time, hospital-based opportunity in Columbia, Missouri. This position is ideal for a provider who enjoys caring for medically complex patients, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, and building meaningful relationships with patients throughout their recovery.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Hospital-based practice focused on medically complex and critically ill patients
• Opportunity to follow patients through longer hospital stays and observe their progress
• Collaborative, team-oriented clinical environment
• Emphasis on quality care, clinical judgment, and individualized treatment planning
• Competitive benefits package

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, and manage hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Provide advanced clinical care appropriate to the patient's condition and needs.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with hospital standards.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Apply sound clinical judgment and evidence-based practices to support quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in nursing with appropriate advanced practice clinical preparation.
• Current APRN authorization for Missouri, with applicable national certification and required state recognition.
• 1–3 years of clinical experience in critical care or a hospital-based setting.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Strong assessment, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional, empathetic, detail-oriented, and collaborative approach to patient care.

Interested in Learning More?

If you're an APRN or Nurse Practitioner with hospital-based experience who wants to make a meaningful impact on the care of medically complex patients, we'd like to connect.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity through LeaderStat.

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