Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies required
Valid NC RN and Nurse Midwife/NP license or NC PA license required
Board Certified within 1 year of hire for PAs or NPs
BLS certification required
Neonatal Resuscitation Protocol certification required for neonatal providers
Responsibilities
Perform physical assessments and review medical histories of patients
Conduct preventive health screenings tailored to patient needs
Educate patients and their families on surgical specialty conditions
Maintain accurate records of all patient care
Perform surgical specialty procedures within guidelines
Identify and propose improvements to patient care systems
Complete additional duties as assigned
Benefits
Full-time hours with a standard 40-hour work week
Day shifts with no weekend requirements
Professional development opportunities through certifications and training
Supportive work environment focused on patient care improvements
Full Job Description
Physician Extenders
To learn more about this position or if you have any questions, please contact:
R.T. Then Cone Health Physician Recruitment Consultant
Essential Job Function
Performs physical assessments of the patient, reviews their medical history, and interprets diagnostic tests/results in order to provide effective treatment for the patient.
Conducts preventive health screenings based on the patient's age, history, and unique needs to provide proactive health care.
Educates patients and their family about surgical specialty care medical conditions, treatment, and follow-up.
Maintains record of all patient care in order to ensure accurate patient history.
Performs surgical specialty care medical procedures in accordance with departmental guidelines and clinical roles.
Identifies ways to improve surgical specialty patient care by assessing, problem-solving, and evaluating clinical and system issues.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Required: Master Degree Nursing or Master Degree Physician Assistant studies. Physician Assistant employed at Cone Health prior to October 14, 2024 with a Bachelor Degree will have the Master Degree requirement waived provided they have maintained employment and PA licensure with Board Certification.
Experience
Required: NonePreferred: 3+ years
Licensure/Certification/Listing
Required:Valid NC RN and Nurse Midwife or NP license OR NC PA licenseBoard Certified within 1 year of date of hire by either the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) for PA's OR the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the National Certification Corporation (NCC) for NP's OR the American Midwifery Certification Board (AMCB) or The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) or Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PNCB)BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare ProviderNeonatal Resuscitation Protocol (NRP) Certification required for Neonatal Advanced Practice ProvidersIVC Certified within 90 days of employment for Behavorial Health Advance Practice Provider
Work Shift : Days/No Weekends (United States of America)
On Call Required No
FTE: 1
Job Type: Full Time (40 Hours/Week)
About Cone Health
Cone Health is a not-for-profit network of healthcare providers serving people in Guilford, Forsyth, Rockingham, Alamance, Randolph, Caswell and surrounding counties. It includes 6 hospitals, 3 medical centers, 3 urgent care centers, and more than 100 physician practice sites. Cone Health is committed to being a national leader in quality, service, and cost. The organization is also committed to being a leader in the community, working to improve the health of the people it serves.
