Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology

Company: Wakemed
Location: Coats
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

About WakeMed:WakeMed Cary Hospital provides exceptional patient care to the residents of Cary, N.C., and the surrounding area. This full-service community hospital has 178 inpatient beds and is part of the WakeMed Health & Hospitals system. The only hospital in western Wake County, Cary Hospital offers an array of services including: surgical services; Women''s Pavilion & Birthplace; intensive care; general medical and surgical nursing care; telemetry monitoring unit; cardiac and vascular catheterization labs; centers for advanced gastrointestinal, chest pain and sleep; inpatient rehab and outpatient specialty rehab services; and outpatient ancillary services. Additionally, the hospitals 24-hour emergency department is backed by WakeMed Children''s Hospital and Wake County''s only Level I WakeMed Trauma Center in Raleigh.Cary Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission, certified by The Joint Commission as an Advanced Primary Stroke Center and has received accreditation in Chest Pain from the American College of Cardiology. WakeMed Cary Hospital is accredited as a Comprehensive Center for bariatric surgery by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program (MBSAQIP), in partnership with the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS).WakeMed Health & Hospitals is headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., which is ranked nationally as one of the top 10 best places to live for quality of life and is located just two hours from the beach or three from the mountains. The area has been named one of the fastest growing areas in the country and is located just minutes from the famous Research Triangle Park.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment thatpromotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverseworkforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms orconditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer,promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression,genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran statusPosition Information:The Nurse Practitioner will work under the general supervision of the Director of Gastroenterology and Hepatology services (GI), all physician partners, and the Adult Medicine APP Director, WakeMed Physician Practices to deliver competent medical care to an age-specific population, including adults and geriatric patients at WakeMed. This position will assist in the completion of referrals, consults and daily patient rounds. In addition, this position will assist in staffing the outpatient practice when needed. Provides pre- and post-procedure care. Functions as an educator for PA/NP/DO students from healthcare education programs. Works closely with Hospitalist program, ED physicians, Critical Care and nursing units. Position to maintain the scope of practice to be consistent with the policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines governed by the North Carolina Medical Board and any other federal or state regulatory agencies, as well as the policies and procedures of WakeMed. Understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values and management of WakeMed. #LIPOSTExperience Requirements:3 Years Clinical - Related Area PreferredEducation Required:Master''s Degree Nursing RequiredLicensure/Certification Requirements:Registered Nurse RequiredHours of Work:Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements:Every ThirdCall Requirements:Weekendsby Jobble

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