Hospital Medicine Full-Time NP/PA

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 75,630 - 113,445; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance up to $7,500

CME reimbursement up to $2,500 annually

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in North Carolina seeks a FLEX Advanced Practice Provider to deliver comprehensive inpatient care across multiple Wake Region Hospital Medicine locations. The role requires a Master's degree, AGACNP certification, and prior inpatient experience.

The position offers competitive compensation of $54.90 – $82.35 per hour, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, and additional perks such as relocation assistance and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Prior inpatient provider experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive inpatient care across multiple hospital locations.
• Evaluate and manage hospitalized adult patients.
• Develop and implement treatment plans.

Skills

Inpatient care

Patient management

Clinical communication

Evidence-based treatment planning

Education

Master's degree or higher

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification

North Carolina RN and NP licensure

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

Position Details

Department: 04170 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Hospitalists

Status: Full Time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: 7 on / 7 off with 12‑hour day shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.). Approximately 14 shifts per month across multiple Wake Region hospitals.

Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35 per hour

Location Coverage:

• Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center – Winston‑Salem
• High Point Medical Center – High Point
• Lexington Medical Center – Lexington
• Davie Medical Center – Bermuda Run

Job Summary

The FLEX Advanced Practice Provider delivers comprehensive inpatient care and provides staffing support across multiple Wake Region Hospital Medicine locations.

Essential Functions

• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations.
• Independently evaluate and manage hospitalized adult medicine patients.
• Round on assigned patients and manage admissions, consultations, and transfers as appropriate.
• Develop and implement evidence‑based treatment plans.
• Perioperative management and pre‑operative risk assessments for orthopedic and surgical patients when assigned to the Orthopedic Co‑Management service.
• Order and interpret laboratory, radiology, and diagnostic studies.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing, pharmacy, case management, specialists, and ancillary departments.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and discharge planning.
• Conduct family meetings as appropriate regarding treatment plans and discharge planning.
• Respond to Rapid Response and Code events for assigned patients.
• Staff patients with supervising physicians and communicate significant clinical updates throughout the shift.
• Provide comprehensive handoff to the oncoming provider at the end of each shift.
• Perform procedures within departmental and credentialing guidelines.
• Document all patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, research opportunities, and learner education as available.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support up to 35 pounds while assisting with patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must possess intact vision, hearing, smell, touch, and fine motor dexterity.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to perform effectively in a fast‑paced, high‑acuity clinical environment.

Nurse Practitioner Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Master’s degree or higher required.
• Adult‑Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) certification through AANP or ANCC required.
• Current North Carolina RN and NP licensure.
• Prior inpatient provider experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Physician Assistant Experience

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Current North Carolina PA license.
• NCCPA certification required.
• Prior inpatient provider experience required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation within $54.90 – $82.35 per hour plus shift and incentive pay.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off: 200 hours annually.
• Relocation assistance up to $7,500 for eligible candidates.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• CME reimbursement up to $2,500 annually.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Advocate Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.