Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Responsible for providing assessment, evaluation, and treatment of acute care, adult medical-surgical patients under the guidance of the Hospitalist physicians.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Facilitates appropriate admissions to appropriate health system units by initiating orders, coordinating with appropriate attending physician, and moderating medication reconciliation process.
- Performs and dictates History & Physical, medical Consultation, Discharge Summary and SOAP notes as per hospitalist service standards.
- Assists with development of plan of care.
- Reviews diagnostic X-Rays, monitors lab values and other diagnostic studies.
- Performs daily rounds as assigned by Hospitalist physicians.
- Responds to Rapid Response Team (RRT) calls as assigned.
- Communicates with physicians, nursing staff, residents and other members of the medical team to maintain current and accurate updates in patient status.
Job Requirements
| General Requirements |
* Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures. * Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence). * Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our caregivers, patients and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming and respectful. * Communicates with patients, families and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank). * Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities. * Adheres to policies and procedures designed to avoid, prevent and reduce the spread of communicable diseases. |
| Work Experience |
* 3-5 yrs as a NP/PA acute care hospital experience preferred |
| Education |
* Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program * RN and current MI License required * Certification and licensure as a NP/PA in the State of MI required. * Current BCLS. * MSN degree preferred |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
* Clinical knowledge and analytical abilities necessary to formulate effective plan of care. * Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively and appropriately communicate with patients, families, physicians and other hospital associates. * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated, full-time Nocturnist NP/PA to join the Critical Care team located in Lansing, Michigan. The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow delivers exceptional quality care in a diverse and family-friendly community and is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region.
12 hour night shifts
Inpatient
Critical Care experience preferred
UM Health-Sparrow Offers:
Excellent compensation and benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Relocation assistance, sign-on bonus, 401(k) with matching funds, generous CME benefits
Malpractice insurance
Learn more about this position by contacting:
Melissa Lucero, Sr. Recr;uiter
Office: (517) 364-5817
Email: melissa.lucero@UMHSparrow.org
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The University of Michigan Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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Sparrow Health System
401(k), relocation assistance
Jan 30, 2026