A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
Advanced Practice Provider - Hospitalist (Nights/ Weekends) Piedmont Healthcare is recruiting for a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Piedmont Augusta Hospital as a full-time night and weekends provider.
In this role you will:
Examine, evaluate, and treat patients with serious medical conditions, illness or injuries. Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations and record data in patient's medical record. Evaluate and treat patients to achieve optimal patient care. Write progress test; prepare patient work-ups and summaries noting pertinent positive and negative findings. Develop plans of care that minimize complications and successfully troubleshoot problems when they arise. Apply preventative and alternative treatment strategies for possible procedural complications. Ability to handle cross cover calls and assist with admissions.
Piedmont Benefits:
Generous CME allowance Competitive compensation 401k with match EPIC Quality, Service and Reputation Preferred Qualifications 2-3 years of Inpatient experience with a high degree of clinical judgment •Desire to work nights Minimum Qualifications Masters, Bachelors Degree from an Accredited PA program and National Board Certification Who We Are Piedmont Augusta, founded in 1818 and formally University Hospital, is the oldest and largest hospital in our region and the second oldest in Georgia. This 812-bed, not-for-profit community hospital provides acute-care services and encompasses two campuses, including Piedmont Augusta Summerville Campus, and serves 25 counties across two states. The hospital joined the Piedmont family on March 1, 2022, and leads the region in safety, quality and price transparency. Piedmont Augusta gives back to our community in other ways, including contributing more than $1 billion annually to our community including contributing more than $1 billion annually to our community according to the Georgia Hospital Association and providing more than $41 million annually in indigent and charity care. Piedmont Augusta continues to train tomorrow's caregivers, spending nearly $20 million in 2021 for our School of Radiography, School of Cardiovascular Technology and interns and residents. Piedmont Augusta has set itself apart with quality and safety awards and accreditations covering our comprehensive heart and vascular care, orthopedics, neurosciences, bariatrics and weight management, cancer services, minimally invasive surgeries and obstetrics and gynecology. Major Services Cancer Care Bariatric Services Emergency Services Heart & Vascular Services Inpatient Drug & Alcohol Withdrawal Treatment Program Orthopedics & Spine Surgical Services Women's Health Services Piedmont Healthcare is a private, not-for-profit health system and a recognized leader in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. Across Georgia, Piedmont serves communities representing 85% of the state's population through 27 hospitals, 113 immediate care locations, 1,875 Piedmont Clinic physician practice locations, and more than 3,600 Piedmont Clinic members. With nearly 50,000 caregivers and more than 4.5 million patients served, Piedmont offers physicians the opportunity to practice in a growing, mission-driven organization committed to making a positive difference in every life we touch. Facility & Address Piedmont Augusta General 1350 Walton Way Augusta, GA 30901
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