Peds Nephrology APP- Full Time NP/PA

Position Details Position: Full time Hours per week: 40 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (no nights, weekends or call) Pay range: $51.05 – $76.60 Benefits eligible: Yes Explore a rewarding opportunity with AHWFB Pediatric Nephrology Department as we eagerly welcome a skilled Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team in Winston‑Salem, North Carolina. This position is a mix of inpatient and outpatient duties. Benefits Work/Life Balance: Enjoy a Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm work schedule. No nights, weekends or call. Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters. Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $7,500 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment. Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement and stability, supported by a consistently high patient volume. A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, nationally acclaimed golf courses, active arts communities, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries. Description At Brenner Children’s Hospital, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care for children with kidney‑related conditions. Our Pediatric Nephrology team is a dynamic, multidisciplinary group that includes skilled attending pediatric nephrologists and pediatricians, an experienced Physician Assistant (PA), and a compassionate team of nurses and staff. We are looking for an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our team and contribute to the care of pediatric patients across a variety of settings. Responsibilities Provide high-quality, patient-centered care for pediatric nephrology patients, including assessments, diagnostics, treatment planning, and management of conditions like kidney disease, hypertension, and electrolyte imbalances. Work collaboratively with nephrologists, PAs, and the nephrology team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans for both inpatient and outpatient pediatric patients. Support patients and families by offering education on kidney disease, treatment options, and lifestyle modifications. Assist with the coordination of care, ensuring seamless communication among multidisciplinary providers. Participate in the delivery of specialty care across various settings, including inpatient, outpatient, dialysis, and follow‑up care. Opportunities for future training and involvement in specialized procedures such as dialysis, infusion therapies, renal ultrasound, and percutaneous renal biopsies. Use medical decision‑making skills to determine the appropriate patient care plan. Collaborate with the medical team when needed for effective team‑based care. Order and interpret laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures. Explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient. Perform procedural skills per department or practice guidelines. Potential for and encouraged to precept students and/or medical learners. Uphold AHWFB missions, values, and cultural commitment. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Qualifications Physician Assistant (PA) Requirements: Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred. Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA. Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start. Nurse Practitioner (NP) Requirements: Graduation from accredited Nurse Practitioner Master's Program, Master's degree or higher required. Current North Carolina Board of Nursing Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license. Board certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner‑Acute Care by AANP or ANCC. Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to start. Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) and Department of Public Safety (DPS) registration, for prescription writing is required to start. Location The picturesque cities of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region are ranked among US News & World Report's "Top 50 Best Places to Live" and "Top 40 Best Places to Retire" in 2023. Affordable Living: Enjoy a family‑friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average. Great Schools: Access to top‑notch educational institutions and high‑ranking schools provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth. Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family‑oriented neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Compensation and Benefits Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr