Nephrology Advanced Practice Provider ACNP / PA

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive compensation

Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Re

Paid Parental Leave benefit available

Wellness incentives

Comprehensive health benefits that st*

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Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join our Nephrology team for inpatient rounding on new and existing consults. The role requires PA or AGACNP certification and Georgia licensure.

You will evaluate and treat patients, document care, order tests, and collaborate with physicians to develop and implement care plans. Emory offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits from day 1, and supportive professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active Georgia APRN license or PA license and board certification.
• May require at least one year of direct high-acuity clinical experience.
• PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Document care in the medical records.
• Conduct patient interviews, histories, exams and procedures under physician supervision.
• Assist in diagnosing medical problems and developing care plans.
• Order, schedule and interpret labs and diagnostic tests.
• Educate patients on health habits and home care.
• Collaborate with physicians on referrals and consultations.
• Maintain accurate patient records and contribute to continuous professional development.
• Participate in organizational activities and committees as appropriate.

Skills

Inpatient rounding

Nephrology experience

Patient evaluation & histories

Documentation in medical records

Education

Accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Accredited Physician Assistant program

Georgia APRN license or PA license

Job description

Overview

Emory Healthcare is where belonging meets purpose. Emory Healthcare is looking for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Nephrology team.

This will be an inpatient position rounding on new and existing inpatient consults. Position requires a PA or AGACNP.

Our Physician Assistants And Nurse Practitioners Are An Integral Part Of The Emory Healthcare Integrated Academic Health Care System. Some Highlights Of Joining The Emory Healthcare Team.

• Highly competitive compensation package.
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs.
• Paid Parental Leave benefit available to all qualified employees.
• Wellness incentives.
• Comprehensive health benefits that start Day 1.

Description

• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Documents the delivery of care in the individual's medical records
• Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes
• Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment
• Orders, schedules and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays
• Communicates necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patient
• In collaboration with physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professional or community services
• Educates patient on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems
• Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development
• Attends educational in-services as appropriate
• Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments
• Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions, and evaluations
• Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate care patient care plans
• Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations
• Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to specific setting
• Actively participates on organizational health services committees
• Performs related responsibilities as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program
• Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• Licensed as appropriate in the state of Georgia
• May require at least one year of direct experience in one or more high acuity clinical specialties
• PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail] . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.