NP/PA

Company Description Gateway Regional Medical Center is a 343-bed community hospital offering inpatient, outpatient, medical, surgical, emergency, and behavioral health services. The facility serves Granite City, IL, and surrounding communities with comprehensive, patient-centered care. Hundreds of healthcare professionals and more than 150 physicians collaborate to deliver high-quality, accessible services. Team members benefit from a supportive environment that values clinical excellence, collaboration, and service to the community.

Role Description This full-time, on-site NP/PA role is based at Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL. The advanced practice provider will conduct patient assessments, obtain histories, perform physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop evidence-based treatment plans. Daily responsibilities include managing acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications, collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary team members, and coordinating follow-up care. The NP/PA will provide patient and family education, support quality and safety initiatives, and document all encounters in the electronic health record in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. The role may involve coverage in inpatient, outpatient, or emergency settings, depending on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Active Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license, and current certification (e.g., ANCC/AANP for NP or NCCPA for PA).
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program; master’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline preferred.
• Clinical proficiency in patient assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic conditions in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Strong skills in care coordination, interdisciplinary collaboration, and communication with patients, families, and care teams.
• Ability to use electronic health records and clinical information systems efficiently and accurately.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice, patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Flexibility to work varied shifts as needed, and maintain professional conduct in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in hospital medicine, primary care, emergency medicine, or behavioral health is beneficial.