Hospital Medicine Full-Time NP/PA

Position Highlights

• 100% inpatient adult medicine
• Hospital-based practice with collaborative physician and Advanced Practice Provider team model
• Adult and geriatric patient population
• 7 days on / 7 days off schedule, or as otherwise specified by site needs
• No procedures required
• Collaborative interdisciplinary support including physicians, nursing staff, case management, consulting services, and administrative support staff
• Opportunity to participate in education and mentorship with APP students and APP fellows
• Centralized professional support through the Center for Advanced Practice
• Eligible for annual performance-based bonus opportunities tied to physician/APP team goals
• CME allowance provided
• Opportunity to join and support a growing Hospital Medicine program within a newly integrated Advocate Health partner location

Position Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for hospitalized adult patients
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic medical conditions in the inpatient setting
• Develop and implement patient-centered treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Order, interpret, and monitor laboratory studies, imaging, and diagnostic testing
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical documentation
• Monitor patient progress and respond appropriately to changes in clinical condition
• Prescribe and adjust medications in accordance with North Carolina regulations and DEA guidelines
• Collaborate closely with hospitalists, nursing staff, consulting physicians, care management, and ancillary teams to coordinate care
• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds and discharge planning
• Facilitate communication with primary care providers and patient families regarding ongoing care needs
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts
• Maintain compliance with Joint Commission, HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational standards

Candidate Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program required
• Current North Carolina license or eligibility required
• Current prescriptive authority and DEA licensure required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Acute Care certification required for Nurse Practitioner candidates
• Minimum of 1–2 years of inpatient, hospital medicine, internal medicine, emergency medicine, critical care, or related acute care experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication skills required
• Nurse Practitioner Candidates: Master’s Degree or Doctor of Nursing Practice required, Acute Care certification required, current RN and APRN licensure required, certification from a nationally recognized certifying body required (e.g., ACNP, AGACNP, AGNP, PNP, or PNP-AC)
• Physician Assistant Candidates: Graduate from an accredited Physician Assistant program required, Master’s Degree preferred, NCCPA certification required

About Hugh Chatham Health

Hugh Chatham Health is a community-focused healthcare organization dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the communities of northwest North Carolina. The organization offers a collaborative clinical environment focused on quality, service excellence, and patient-centered care.

About The Community

Elkin offers a welcoming community with access to the Blue Ridge Mountains, outdoor recreation, wineries, and the charm of small-town living while remaining conveniently located near larger metropolitan areas throughout North Carolina.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation 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
• 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, including:
• 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
• Education Assistance Program