OverviewThe Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) will work under the general supervision of their Medical Director, all physician partners, and their APP Manager in WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to patients at WakeMed.
This position can consist of both inpatient and outpatient care depending on the needs of the service and is outlined in the clinical job expectations.
This may include completion of referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, daily notes, discharge summaries, procedures, clinic notes, pre and post procedure care, prescribing, and patient care follow-ups.
The PA/NP will work closely with other healthcare providers in a collaborative multidisciplinary approach to maximize the care we provide to our patients.
As a healthcare professional, the PA/NP will function as an educator for PA/NP/CNM students from healthcare education programs.
The PA/NP will maintain the scope of practice consistent with the policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing and any other federal or state regulatory agencies, as well as the policies and procedures of WakeMed.
Additional certifications such as Advanced Life Support may be required based on the clinical area of practice outlined in the clinical job expectations and reviewed annually during the annual review process.
The PA/NP understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values, and management of WakeMed.
Department DescriptionServing the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County.
With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care.
For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
LicensureLicensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner RequiredDEA RequiredBasic Life Support Required - Within 6 Months of Hire EducationBachelor's Degree Physician Assistant or Master's Degree Physician Assistant RequiredBachelor's Degree and Master's Degree Nursing Required Experience1 Year Clinical - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Preferred
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