Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner - Duke Pediatric Nephrology

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for its Pediatric Nephrology Clinic in Durham and Greensboro. The role involves collaborating with physicians, performing diagnostic procedures, and providing comprehensive patient care in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits plans

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program required.
• Completion of an accredited PA program preferred.
• At least 1 year of APP experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Round on pediatric nephrology inpatient consults daily.
• Order and coordinate labs, procedures, and treatments.

Skills

Patient Care

Collaboration

Diagnostic Skills

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

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As a part of Duke Health’s outpatient clinic network, you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, convenient work hours, and many opportunities for career advancement. Become a part of a team that values and invests in you.

Duke Advanced Practice Highlights

• The nation’s first Physician Assistant Program was created at Duke in 1965 and is consistently ranked No. 1 in the country.
• The Duke School of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the top nursing schools, offering eight advanced practice registered nurse majors, specialty certifications, post master’s certificates, and certification programs.
• Commitment to ongoing learning for APPs through annual CME funding and access to Duke CME offerings, including APP Grand Rounds and a professional advancement program. APPs are leaders within Duke.
• Opportunities to practice within team-based, integrative care across various specialties. APPs work to the top of their scope to contribute to Duke’s missions of clinical practice, education, and research.
• Practice locations include Duke Health’s three hospitals and over 140 clinics across North Carolina.

Job Location

Duke Children's Health Center Nephrology Clinic, Durham, NC; Duke Children's Nephrology Greensboro, Greensboro, NC.

Job Summary

We seek an Advanced Practice Provider for our Duke Children's Health Center Nephrology Clinic in Durham and Greensboro. The role involves collaborating with physicians and other providers to collect data, perform procedures, order labs, and provide patient care. Hours are primarily Monday through Friday, flexible to clinic needs, with no inpatient support in Greensboro.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, record findings, and assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Round on pediatric nephrology inpatient consults daily.
• Take patient histories, conduct exams, document data, and develop therapeutic relationships.
• Order and coordinate labs, procedures, and treatments, explaining these to patients.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team activities for inpatient and outpatient renal care.

Job Eligibility Requirements

Education

• Nurse Practitioners: Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program, Master's degree in Nursing.
• Physician Assistants: Completion of an accredited PA program; Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred.

Certification

• BLS required.

License

• Nurse Practitioners: Current NC RN license, national NP certification, BLS.
• Physician Assistants: NC license, NCCPA certification.

Experience

• At least 1 year of APP experience preferred.

Job Hours

Monday to Friday, hours flexible to clinic and dialysis needs.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/EOE employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All community members are encouraged to apply and feel welcome.

Physical Job Functions

Specific physical and mental abilities may be required; accommodations available upon request.