Hospital Medicine Full-Time NP/PA

Atrium Health; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off starting at 200 hours annually

CME reimbursement up to $2,500 annually

Relocation assistance up to $7,500

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Atrium Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina, responsible for delivering comprehensive inpatient care across multiple locations. The role requires prior experience, critical patient management skills, and effective documentation in electronic health records.

Candidates must possess a master's degree, relevant certifications, and be licensed in North Carolina. The position offers a competitive pay range of $54.90 - $82.35 per hour with extensive benefits including paid time off, medical insurance, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive inpatient care across locations.
• Evaluate and manage hospitalized adult patients.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Document all patient encounters in electronic medical records.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds.

Skills

Comprehensive patient care

Clinical teamwork

Patient assessment

Documentation

Effective communication

Education

Master's degree or higher

AGACNP certification

Current North Carolina RN and NP licensure

NCCPA certification

Graduation from accredited program

Job description

Position Overview

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

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: This is a full-time FLEX position with a 7 on / 7 off schedule consisting of 12-hour day shifts (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.). The position includes approximately 14 shifts per month, with assignments across multiple Wake Region Hospital Medicine locations based on operational needs.

Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35

Location: 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 while providing staffing support across multiple Wake Region Hospital Medicine locations. This role partners with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care, operational flexibility, and exceptional patient outcomes.

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.
• Perform 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.

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioners

• 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 Assistants

• 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.
• Paid Time Off beginning at 200 hours annually.
• CME reimbursement up to $2,500 annually.
• Relocation assistance up to $7,500 for eligible candidates.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Family benefits, including adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career development and advancement opportunities within a large nonprofit integrated health system.