Nephrology Advanced Practice Provider ACNP / PA

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Student loan repayment assistance

Paid parental leave

Wellness incentives

Health benefits starting day 1

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join the Nephrology team in an inpatient rounding role. The position requires PA or AGACNP credentials and involves direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with physicians to develop and implement care plans.

The ideal candidate will have NP or PA certification, Georgia licensure, and experience in high-acuity settings. Emory offers a competitive compensation package and benefits, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed as an advanced practice nurse in Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by ANCC or equivalent, or Certified as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA.
• May require at least one year of direct experience in high acuity clinical specialties.
• PALS, BLS, or ACLS may be required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Assists in evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Documents delivery of care in medical records.
• Performs physical examinations and procedures under physician supervision.
• Assists physician in diagnosing problems, developing care plans and prescribing treatments.
• Orders and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures.
• Educates patients on health habits and follow-up care.

Skills

Inpatient rounding

Medical records documentation

Patient interviews

Care plan development

Education

Nurse Practitioner program

Physician Assistant program

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.

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.