Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Hospitalists Raleigh

UNC Health•Raleigh, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

An Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee, to provide high-quality, cost-effective patient care within the APP’s scope of practice and in collaboration with a supervising physician. The APP reflects the organization’s mission, vision, and values and complies with applicable policies, procedures, guidelines, and regulatory and accreditation standards. The role includes clinical assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up, patient and family education, collaboration with clinicians and other care team members, and participation in leadership, outreach, quality improvement, research, and systems improvement activities. The position is onsite with the Hospitalists Raleigh organization unit in Raleigh, North Carolina, and has a night schedule with 30 standard hours per week. Applicants must complete an accredited graduate-level APP (APRN or PA) program and be licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in North Carolina. Board certification is required if specified by the department, and DEA is listed as a licensure/certification requirement. No prior professional experience is required. The stated hiring range is $53.48–$73.21 per hour; offers are based on experience and internal equity.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited graduate-level Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) program.
North Carolina licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider, such as a Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.
Board certification if required by the department.
DEA credential listed as a licensure/certification requirement.
Demonstrated clinical competency.
Effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Ability to interact effectively to ensure successful patient care in a clinical setting.
Ability to document in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
No prior professional experience required.

Responsibilities

Obtain relevant health and medical histories; perform physical assessments; and review and interpret diagnostic tests and results.
Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans, including ordering or prescribing appropriate evidence-based medications within departmental guidelines and privileges, and arrange follow-up care.
Incorporate evidence-based hospital initiatives and conduct preventive health screening based on patient age, history, and needs.
Maintain clear, comprehensive, concise medical records and synthesize clinical data to reach accurate diagnoses and select and interpret diagnostic studies.
Revise care plans as patient needs change and perform medical procedures consistent with departmental guidelines, privileges, and clinical responsibilities.
Prioritize work, support efficient patient flow, maintain productivity standards, and lead or participate in productivity improvement projects.
Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment, and follow-up; collaborate with clinicians, staff, and students to promote continuity and patient- and family-centered care.
Develop educational materials and provide instruction to physicians, housestaff, nursing staff, ancillary staff, and students through activities such as precepting, lectures, training, continuing education, rounds, and meetings.
Identify personal learning needs, participate in self-learning, and attend educational programs.
Participate in or develop community and network outreach programs.
Apply an understanding of healthcare systems to improve care delivery and lead or participate in systems improvement.
Communicate respectfully and promptly with patients, families, coworkers, and other team members; respond to customer needs and resolve problems.
Accept responsibility for work outcomes and share workload with team members.
Identify and implement continuous quality improvement processes; consult with management on clinical and system issues and models of care.
Lead interdisciplinary teams to provide integrated patient care services.
Initiate and revise protocols or guidelines to reflect evidence-based changes in care management, influence policymaking to improve patient care, and develop clinical programs or services.