Hospital Medicine Nocturnist NP / PA

Emory•Lithonia, GA

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is hiring a Hospital Medicine Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to assist with the evaluation and treatment of patients. The role includes documenting care and maintaining accurate patient records, assessing patient histories and health status, performing examinations and procedures under physician direction, and collaborating with physicians on diagnoses and care plans. The position also involves ordering or performing diagnostic tests, coordinating referrals, educating patients, supporting professional development and education, and participating in organizational and professional activities. Work hours are 11 p.m.–11 a.m., 12 p.m.–12 a.m., or 3 p.m.–3 a.m. The role 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.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
For Nurse Practitioners: current advanced practice nursing licensure in Georgia and certification as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or an equivalent body.
For Physician Assistants: certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Appropriate licensure 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.

Responsibilities

Assist in evaluating and treating patients.
Document care delivery in patients’ medical records, including assessment, interventions, and evaluations.
Interview patients and document medical and psychosocial histories, health status, and existing or potential medical problems.
Perform physical examinations and specialized diagnostic or therapeutic procedures under physician direction, including cast application and removal, wound suturing, and dressing changes.
Assist physicians in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment.
Order, schedule, or perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures, such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and X-rays.
Explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patients.
Collaborate with physicians to arrange consultations or referrals to other medical professionals or community services.
Educate patients about health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, follow-up care, at-home medical care, medications, and related health issues.
Work with the manager to formulate a professional development plan and attend educational in-services as appropriate.
Participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Collect and interpret diagnostic data to implement appropriate patient care plans.
Prepare statistical reports and research analyses; report progress, adverse trends, conclusions, and recommendations.
Train and teach healthcare professionals, including students and residents, in setting-specific techniques and procedures.
Actively participate on organizational health services committees.
Perform related responsibilities as required.