Urology APP (NP/PA)- Inpatient

Job Description McLeod Health is seeking a dedicated and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join our expanding Inpatient Urology team at McLeod Urology Seacoast. Urology is a surgical specialty focused on the diagnosis and treatment of conditions involving the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, prostate, and male reproductive system. This role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centered inpatient urologic care within a collaborative and growing service line supported by experienced physicians, APPs, and clinical staff. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Provide comprehensive inpatient urologic care, including daily rounding, consults, postoperative management, and coordination of acute urologic needs across our coastal hospitals. Manage conditions such as urinary retention, hematuria, obstructive kidney stones, complicated UTIs, hydronephrosis, catheter-related issues, and postoperative recovery following common urologic procedures. Perform bedside procedures including Foley and difficult catheter placements, Coude catheter use, bladder irrigation, clot evacuation, and continuous bladder irrigation (CBI) management. Evaluate and manage ED and hospitalist consults while coordinating imaging, procedures, and discharge planning with physicians, nursing teams, and case management. Collaborate closely with supervising physician Dr. Roberto Ferraro and the broader Urology team

Team Composition:

You will join a dynamic and growing coastal Urology team that currently includes: 3 Urologists (Dr. Gangi, Dr. Ferraro, Dr. Gajewski) 2 current Inpatient APPs 2 PAs and 5 NPs in the practice, supported by MAs, LPNs, and scribes Physicians rotate between McLeod Carolina Forest, Seacoast, and Loris, with most surgical cases performed in Loris and Carolina Forest.

Work Schedule & Patient Mix:

• Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-3:00 PM (case-dependent)
• Standard 40 hours/week
• Occasional weekend coverage for order input/results management 95% Inpatient 5% Outpatient Ranges from 15-20 patients per day Call Schedule Weekend coverage in a remote setting, shared among APPs in the clinic.

Orientation & Onboarding:

A structured 6-12-week onboarding program that includes: System orientation and EMR (Epic) training Shadowing urology physicians, APPs, and nursing staff Progressive transition from observation to supervised, then independent patient management Exposure to emergency department consults, OR workflow, and post-op management protocols Competency check prior to full autonomy Qualifications New graduates accepted Inpatient hospital, surgical, or urology experience preferred but not required Ability to function effectively in a fast-paced inpatient setting while maintaining strong communication and patient rapport Proficiency in clinical assessment, documentation, time management, and coordination of multidisciplinary care Commitment to delivering patient-centered, evidence-based urologic care About Us Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health. About the Team If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.