Cardiac CCU Nocturnist NP/PA — Night Shift

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to contribute to comprehensive patient care in a dynamic clinical setting. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients under physician supervision, order tests, and educate patients on care plans.

This role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will hold NP or PA credentials, be licensed in Georgia, and may require BLS/PALS/ACLS depending on unit requirements.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed as appropriate in Georgia and certified as NP (ANCC) or PA (NCCPA).
• May require BLS/PALS/ACLS in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist in evaluation and treatment of patients; document care in medical records.
• Conduct patient interviews and document histories and health status.
• Perform physical examinations and diagnostic/therapeutic procedures under physician direction.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as x-rays.
• Educate patients on health habits, home care, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop care plans and coordinate referrals.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient communication

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

Physician Assistant program

Job description

Emory Healthcare seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to contribute to comprehensive patient care in a dynamic clinical setting. You will assess, diagnose, and treat patients under physician supervision, order tests, and educate patients on care plans.

This role emphasizes collaboration with physicians and ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will hold NP or PA credentials, be licensed in Georgia, and may require BLS/PALS/ACLS depending on unit requirements.