Peds Nephrology APP- Full Time NP/PA

Overview

Department: 03230 WFBMG University Group Practice: WFBMC Main - Pediatrics: Nephrology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm work schedule. No nights, weekends or call

Pay Range: $51.05 - $76.60

Explore a rewarding opportunity with the WFBMC 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.

What You’ll Do

As a valued member of our healthcare team, the PA/NP will play a key role in team-focused patient care, conducting thorough examinations and evaluations. As an Advanced Practice Provider (APP), you will collaborate closely with our nephrology team to deliver comprehensive care to pediatric patients. The role supports diverse provider functions across the pediatric hospital and ambulatory clinic settings, ensuring high-quality care from diagnosis through ongoing management. This position offers a dynamic and fulfilling work environment with opportunities for professional growth and training in specialized areas. Responsibilities include:

• 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.

The clinician functions under the regulatory mandate from their respective licensing organization (North Carolina Medical Board or North Carolina Board of Nursing) with departmental specific credentialing from the institution.

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

Where You’ll Live

The Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina offers affordable living, great schools, and vibrant neighborhoods. It is ranked among US News & World Report’s Top 50 Best Places to Live and Top 40 Best Places to Retire in 2023. This includes:

• Affordable Living: Housing costs are approximately 31% below the national average.
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems.
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: A regional population of about 1.6 million residents with lively downtowns and family-oriented neighborhoods.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards, including benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and career development opportunities.

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• 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
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a nonprofit, integrated health system. It serves nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in various clinical trials and research studies. Advocate Health employs a large workforce across multiple hospitals and locations and offers a graduate medical education program with extensive residency and fellowship opportunities.