Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Nephrology

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing for Nurse Practitioners or Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) for Physician Assistants.
• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current or compact RN licensure in North Carolina for Nurse Practitioners; state licensure and national certification for Physician Assistants required.
• BLS certification required.
• 1+ years of Advanced Practice Provider experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• See outpatients with chronic kidney disease independently with attending backup.
• Review, interpret, and communicate lab results and changes in treatment to patients and referring providers.
• Document patient visits in accordance with clinic policies.
• Order and arrange iron infusions and erythropoietin injections as needed.
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist in patient care and record relevant data.
• Conduct patient histories and physical examinations, documenting findings and developing therapeutic relationships.
• Order and schedule laboratory studies, explaining procedures to patients.
• Assist in training new personnel and participate in research efforts as needed.

Benefits

• Flexible day shift hours to accommodate patient needs.
• Opportunity to work in a specialized nephrology clinic.
• Engagement in training and teaching new staff.
• Involvement in research efforts alongside attending providers.