Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner

Job Summary and Responsibilities

CHI Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner to join our hospital-employed group.

About CHI Memorial : A regional leader in healthcare for Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia, CHI Memorial is a faith-based, not-for-profit organization and proud member of CommonSpirit Health. With 4,700 dedicated employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians, we are committed to the healing ministry of the Church, providing a continuum of care that includes preventative, primary, and acute hospital services, as well as specialized care in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, orthopedics, and rehabilitation.

Our unwavering commitment to excellence is reflected in our accolades :

Best Regional Hospital : Named Best Regional Hospital in the Chattanooga area by U.S. News & World Report for the 11th consecutive year, and ranked among the top hospitals in Tennessee (No. 4).

'A' Hospital Safety Grade : Consistently recognized with an 'A' Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, demonstrating our dedication to patient safety.

About the Opportunity :

Focus : Inpatient care for adults, no Peds, OB, or Trauma.

Key Responsibilities : Diagnose, treat and monitor chronic diseases (within protocol guidelines), order diagnostic tests, assist the doctor with inpatient rounding, discharges, and admissions.

Benefits : Comprehensive package including Health / Dental / Vision, 401k with match

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience

Master's degree in nursing

3-5 years clinical nursing practice in an acute care setting required.

1-3 years previous experience as a NP in an acute or primary care setting or equivalent RN experience

Required Licensure and Certifications

Certified Nurse Practitioner

Certificate of fitness through American Academy of Nurse Practitioners

Licensed as an RN in the state of TN / GA

Licensed as a CRNP in state of TN

AHA BLS certification

Where You'll Work

CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is a not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to the healing ministry of the Church. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, it offers a continuum of care including preventative, primary and acute hospital care, as well as cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, and stroke care, and orthopedic and rehabilitation services. CHI Memorial is a regional referral center of choice with 4,700 employees and almost 500 affiliated physicians providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia.

About Chattanooga, TN : America's First National Park City

Discover Chattanooga, Tennessee - North America's first National Park City - a vibrant hub where urban energy meets unparalleled natural beauty. Known as "The Scenic City" and "GIG City" for its blazing-fast internet, Chattanooga is nestled in the heart of the mountains, conveniently located where Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee converge. It's just a two-hour drive from major metropolitan centers like Atlanta, Nashville, and Birmingham.

Chattanooga consistently earns accolades, recognized by Outside Magazine as the #1 OUTSIDE CITY and lauded among "America's Top-Rated Cities" and "Top 10 Cities" for living and recreation. It's celebrated as one of the "Smartest Cities in the World" and a "Top 10 Southern Mid-Market with a Highly Diversified Economy."

This dynamic city effortlessly blends "Big City" amenities with the ease of a smaller town, offering :

A family-friendly and safe atmosphere

Easy commutes and a moderate cost of living

A revitalized $120 million riverfront

A very active Arts Council and diverse Museums

An extensive greenway system perfect for walking, running, and biking

Embrace an abundance of outdoor activities, from hang-gliding off Lookout Mountain to floating down the Sequatchie River, or explore scenic trails by bike or horseback. Water sports enthusiasts will delight in Nickajack and Chickamauga Lakes, or thrilling kayaking / rafting adventures on the Great Ocoee River (a former Summer Olympics venue). Golfers will find numerous challenging courses.

Educational opportunities are exceptional, with strong public school systems and excellent local private schools, particularly in areas like Signal Mountain and Lookout Mountain. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga further enhances the region's academic landscape, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and medical education programs, including 9 residency and 4 fellowship programs.

Chattanooga Area Attractions :

Tennessee Aquarium

Hunter Museum of American Art

Creative Discovery Museum

IMAX 3D Theater

Chattanooga Choo Choo

Chattanooga Zoo

Rock City

Ruby Falls

Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra

White Water Rafting

Rock Climbing - Largest Indoor Facility - Mountain Climbing

Hamilton Place Mall is TN's largest mall - 5 Regional Shopping Malls

Chattanooga Look Outs AA Baseball Team (Cincinnati Reds affiliate)

Two Professional Soccer Clubs : Chattanooga FC & Chattanooga Red Wolves

21 Golf Courses

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Pay Range

$45.96 - $54.13 / hour

We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.