PA or NP, Cardiology
This position works under the general supervision of the Medical Director, physician partners, and APP Manager within WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to patients. Responsibilities may include both inpatient and outpatient care, such as completing referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, notes, discharge summaries, procedures, clinic notes, pre- and post-procedure care, prescribing, and patient follow-ups. The role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to maximize patient care and serving as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students from healthcare education programs.
The NP/PA will maintain a scope of practice consistent with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board, Nursing Board, and other federal or state agencies, as well as WakeMed’s internal policies. Additional certifications, such as Advanced Life Support, may be required based on the clinical area of practice.
Basic Life Support certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
- Deliver competent medical care to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
- Complete referrals, consults, daily patient rounds, notes, and discharge summaries.
- Perform procedures, provide pre- and post-procedure care, and prescribe medications.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient care.
- Serve as an educator for PA/NP/CNM/DO students from healthcare education programs.
- Maintain scope of practice in accordance with regulatory guidelines and WakeMed policies.
Requirements
- Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (with valid nursing licensure) in North Carolina.
- DEA certification required.
- Basic Life Support certification required within 6 months of hire.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies or Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant studies or Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in Nursing.
- 1 year of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (preferred).