Pediatric Hospitalist (CHIPS) - Full Time NP/PA

American Addiction Centers•Concord, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Atrium Health Levine Children's Hospitalist is looking for an experienced full-time Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join their dynamic Pediatric Hospitalist team, known as the CHIPS team. The schedule includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The APP works 12-hour shifts (7a-7p), including weekends and holidays. No night coverage or call is required. The APP sees newborns throughout their admission to the newborn nursery. The APP also helps see pediatric admissions in the afternoon or provide coverage on the pediatric floor as needed. Due to the variability in the shift, it is imperative the APP is able to adapt and flex to the needs of the teams and demonstrate initiative and self-motivation.

Requirements

Must have or be eligible for a DEA license.
Approved to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of North Carolina and has prescriptive authority application through the Board of Nursing or Medical Board.
BLS for Healthcare Provider and PALS from AHA is required with an expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice.
NRP from AAP required with an expiration date greater than 90 days from date of beginning practice.
Demonstrates appropriate critical thinking, interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize and concentrate.
Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
License to practice as a Registered Nurse is required.
Certification in the area of practice from a nationally recognized certifying body is required.
The nurse practitioner must have ACNP, CPNP-AC, or PNP-AC board certification required based on the population served (non-acute care certified NPs are not eligible for this position).
Physician Assistant: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program is required.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Nice To Haves

Certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs initial and periodic medical history, physical examinations, and daily assessments.
Records findings of examinations, assessments, and plan of care.
Performs lumbar punctures (no other procedures) - required to obtain and maintain lumbar puncture privileges.
Writes appropriate for appropriate medications during admission and prescriptions upon discharge, if needed.
Orders and interprets laboratory and radiology examinations.
Determines treatment plan for patients.
Documents all patient encounters, records observations, interventions, and actions in a medically appropriate manner on the patient's medical record.
Serves as a role model/clinical resource in all aspects of job performance and human relations skills.
Opportunities to assist in the review and development of clinical and operational policies and procedures in the specialty of practice.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program