Pediatric Nephrology - Full Time NP/PA

About the Role

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist (AHWFB) Pediatric Nephrology Department is seeking a skilled Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant to join the inpatient team in Winston-Salem, NC. This Advanced Practice Provider will support a wide range of inpatient and infusion services, including nephrology consults, infusion visits, and care for admitted patients. The role offers opportunities to develop procedural skills and may include providing inpatient coverage for up to two weekends per month in the future.

Ideal candidates will have previous experience or training in acute pediatric care and a passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children with complex nephrology needs across multiple environments of care, with the goal of becoming a Pediatric Nephrology NP.

Responsibilities

• Use medical decision-making skills to determine appropriate patient care plans.
• Collaborate with the medical team when needed for effective team-based care.
• Order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies and diagnostic procedures.
• Explain the necessity, preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of scheduled diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to the patient.
• Perform procedures 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.

Requirements

Physician Assistant (PA)

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant Program; Master's Degree preferred.
• Current North Carolina Medical Board Medical License, Certified by NCCPA.
• Pediatric experience preferred but will consider new grads.
• BLS and PALS are required.

Nurse Practitioner

• Graduation from an 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.
• Pediatric experience preferred but will consider new grads.
• BLS and PALS are required.

Benefits

• CME Reimbursement: Receive up to $2,500 and 5 additional PTO days/year for Continuing Medical Education.
• Work/Life Balance: Alternate work schedules available (4 ten-hour days, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, or a combination with daytime weekend rounding). No overnight call.
• Generous PTO and Benefits: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters. Robust reproductive health benefit.
• Relocation Assistance: Enjoy $7,500 in relocation assistance, paid within the first 30 days of employment.
• Career Growth & Stability: Experience a rewarding career with ample opportunities for advancement, stability, education, and skills development supported by a high patient volume, a world-class research and teaching university, and academic pediatric nephrology faculty as mentors.

Pay

Base compensation listed within the 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.

About the Team and Location

You will join a team of pediatric nephrologist physicians, two APPs, a social worker, a renal dietician, a transplant coordinator, nephrology RNs, and hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis RNs. Our Children's hospital has the full spectrum of pediatric subspecialists to help care for babies, children, and teens with kidney disease.

We foster a supportive and collaborative environment where teamwork is valued, and every member plays a vital role in our success. Our team-oriented culture encourages open communication and partnership to provide exceptional patient care.

Location

The picturesque cities of North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region are 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: Enjoy a family-friendly and affordable area, with housing costs 31% below the national average.
• Great Schools: Access to top-notch educational institutions and high-ranking school systems provide excellent opportunities for personal and academic growth.
• Vibrant Neighborhoods: Join a regional population of 1.6 million residents, where lively downtowns and family-oriented neighborhoods create a warm and inviting atmosphere.
• A Rich Quality of Life: Indulge in a vibrant lifestyle within North Carolina's Piedmont Triad region centered around Winston-Salem, boasting an abundance of walking and biking trails, active arts communities, nationally acclaimed golf courses, tantalizing Southern cuisine, and an array of artisan craft breweries and wineries.