Transplant Nephrology- NP​/PA

Department: 02400 GCMG Myers Park General Surgery Transplant: 1350 Kings - Surgery

Status:
Full time

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Daytime M‑F

Pay Range: $47.50 - $71.25

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in Transplant Nephrology provides comprehensive care to patients undergoing evaluation for kidney transplantation as well as those who are status post–kidney transplant. This role includes inpatient rounding and outpatient clinic responsibilities, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary transplant team to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Full‑time position
• Five (5) days per week
• Eight (8) hour shifts

• Daily rounding on hospitalized kidney transplant recipients and transplant evaluation patients
• Assessment, diagnosis, and management of post‑transplant medical conditions
• Monitoring of renal allograft function, laboratory results, and imaging – Documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Collaboration with transplant nephrologists, surgeons, pharmacists, nursing, and care coordination teams
• Participation in discharge planning and patient education

• Evaluation and management of post‑kidney transplant patients
• Pre‑transplant patient evaluations and medical risk assessments
• Ordering and interpretation of diagnostic tests and laboratory studies
• Management of immunosuppressive therapies under protocol and physician supervision
• Longitudinal follow‑up care and coordination with referring providers

• Serves as an active member of Transplant Selection Committees, contributing to candidate evaluation, risk stratification, and multidisciplinary decision‑making in accordance with OPTN/UNOS and institutional guidelines.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committees, reviewing transplant outcomes, identifying trends, and supporting initiatives to improve patient safety, regulatory compliance, and clinical excellence.
• Engages in Population Management and Outcomes Review Committees, assisting with systematic review of pre‑ and post‑transplant populations, graft outcomes, readmissions, and long‑term care metrics.
• Contributes to Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) conferences and case reviews as appropriate.

• Adult patients who are post–kidney transplant
• Adult patients undergoing pre‑evaluation for kidney transplantation

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program – Active, unrestricted APP license in the state of practice – National certification (AANP/ANCC for NP or NCCPA for PA)
• Eligibility for DEA licensure
• Strong clinical, communication, and documentation skills

• Prior experience in nephrology or transplant medicine
• Experience in inpatient hospital medicine or specialty care
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team

• Patient‑centered care approach
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to manage complex medical conditions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous learning

Combination of inpatient hospital and outpatient clinic settings. The role requires prolonged standing, walking, and use of electronic medical systems. Typical healthcare environment exposure risks apply.

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work.

• Base compensation listed within the pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note:

Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.