NP / PA Neuro Critical Care - Weekends

Job Title for Candidate Searching

NP / PA Neuro Critical Care - Weekends
Division

The Emory Clinic
Campus Location

Atlanta, GA, 30322
Campus Location

US-GA-Atlanta
Department

TEC Neurosurg - Gen ICU
Job Type

Regular Full-Time
Job Number

137333
Job Category

Advanced Practice Providers
Schedule

7a-7:30p
Standard Hours

40 Hours
Requisition Post Information* : External Company Name

Emory Healthcare
Campus Location (For Posting) : Postal Code

30322
Campus Location (For Posting) : Address

1364 Clifton Rd NE

Qualifications:

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members.  Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Responsibilities:

Our Neuro Critical Care Team at Emory University Hospital is seeking an experienced Acute Care Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.  This position is Weekend Only - Friday, Saturday and Sunday.  Responsibilies inlcude:

 

• Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
• Documents the delivery of care in the individual'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.

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 equivalent body, or Certified as a Physician's 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.
• BLS and Healthcare Provider certifications required. ACLS may be required in some areas.
• Nurse Practitioner candidates must be Acute Care certified (ACNP or AGACNP) for inpatient roles within Emory Healthcare