Abdominal Transplant Hospitalist NP/PA

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care for adults in abdominal transplant surgery and general surgery. You will perform exams, order studies, prescribe interventions, and coordinate discharge planning with the medical team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff, with rotating 12-hour shifts and a focus on safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• PA: Graduate of ARC accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master’s/Doctoral degree strongly preferred.
• NP: MSN or DNP Acute Care/Critical Care for adults is required/preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care for adult transplant and general surgery patients in hospital.
• Perform exams, order labs and imaging, and coordinate care with supervisors.
• Document treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and teams to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Collaborative care

Inpatient hospitalist

Patient care coordination

Education

ARC-accredited PA program

MSN or DNP (NP)

Tools

PA-C certification

ACNP/AGACNP

NC medical license

Job description

Duke University Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide direct patient care for adults in abdominal transplant surgery and general surgery. You will perform exams, order studies, prescribe interventions, and coordinate discharge planning with the medical team.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, and ancillary staff, with rotating 12-hour shifts and a focus on safe, high-quality patient care.