NP/PA Cardiac CCU Nocturnist

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong at Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more Description Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients; documents the delivery of care in the patient's medical records. Conducts patient interviews and documents patient histories, psychosocial histories, health status and medical problems or potential problems. Under the direction of a physician, performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures including cast application and removal, wound suturing and dressing changes. Assists physician in diagnosing medical problems, developing care plans, and prescribing treatment. Orders, schedules, and/or performs laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures such as urinalyses, pregnancy and blood tests, and x-rays. Communicates the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of scheduled procedures to patients. In collaboration with a physician, arranges for consultations with or referrals to other medical professionals or community services; educates patients on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow‑up assessments or treatments, home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems. Works with manager to formulate a plan for professional development. Attends educational in‑services as appropriate; participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices and developments. Maintains and updates current, accurate patient records including medical assessment, interventions and evaluations. Collects and interprets diagnostic data to implement appropriate patient care plans. Prepares statistical reports and analyses of research projects and investigational protocols; reports on progress, adverse trends and appropriate conclusions and recommendations. Trains and teaches other health care professionals including students and residents in techniques and procedures unique to the specific setting. Actively participates on organizational health services committees. Performs related responsibilities as required. Minimum Qualifications Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program. Currently licensed as an advanced practice nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or an equivalent body, or certified as a Physician Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Licensed as appropriate 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. Physical Requirements Medium: 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the work day (frequently); 1-10 lbs, 67-100% of the work day (constantly); lifting 50 lbs max; carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; occasional to frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing). Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and job tasks. Environmental Factors Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: blood-borne pathogen exposure, bio-hazardous waste, chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel may be required, use of personal protective equipment including respirators. Environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and work tasks. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr Emory Healthcare Inc.