Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient General - Weekend Days Only - Hiram, GA

Wellstar Health System•Dallas, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join their Inpatient General Cardiovascular Medicine team at Wellstar Paulding Hospital. This Weekend Day position offers an excellent opportunity to practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment while maintaining work-life balance. The role is 100% inpatient within an established and growing cardiovascular program, featuring a collaborative care model with cardiologists, hospitalists, and experienced APPs, supported by strong leadership and access to system-wide cardiovascular resources. Wellstar Paulding Hospital is a full-service community hospital located in Hiram, Georgia, providing high-quality care to Paulding County and surrounding communities, with expanding cardiovascular services. Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia’s largest nonprofit health systems, recognized for its physician-led model, integrated care delivery, and commitment to clinical excellence. APPs at Wellstar benefit from strong mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a robust referral network. The company's mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person they serve, with a vision to deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time, guided by values of compassion, excellence, and honoring every voice. Wellstar is nationally ranked and locally recognized for high-quality care and an inclusive culture, and has been featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current Georgia licensure or eligibility
Board certification as an ACNP or PA-C
Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills

Nice To Haves

Inpatient cardiology or acute care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate the care of hospitalized patients with cardiovascular conditions
Perform inpatient consultations, daily rounding, and ongoing patient management
Conduct histories and physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans
Collaborate closely with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams
Assist with care transitions, discharge planning, and patient/family education
Document clinical encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EPIC)