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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient General Cardiology - Weekend Days Only - Douglasville, GA

Wellstar Health System·Douglasville, Georgia

Full Time·On Site
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2-5 yrs
·Posted 3 months ago
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About the role

Manage and coordinate the care of hospitalized patients with cardiovascular conditions through daily rounding and consultations. Collaborate with cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and assist with discharge planning.

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Wellstar Medical Group is seeking a Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Inpatient General Cardiovascular Medicine team at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. This Weekend Day position offers an excellent opportunity to practice in a collaborative, physician-led environment while maintaining work-life balance.

Position Highlights

  • Weekend Day schedule only - Friday, Saturday, and Sunday 7 am - 7 pm
  • 100% inpatient
  • Established and growing cardiovascular program
  • Collaborative care model with cardiologists, hospitalists, and experienced APPs
  • Supportive leadership and access to system-wide cardiovascular resources

Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate the care of hospitalized patients with cardiovascular conditions
  • Perform inpatient consultations, daily rounding, and ongoing patient management
  • Conduct histories and physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop treatment plans
  • Collaborate closely with supervising cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams
  • Assist with care transitions, discharge planning, and patient/family education
  • Document clinical encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record (EPIC)

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
  • Current Georgia licensure or eligibility
  • Board certification as an ACNP or PA-C
  • Inpatient cardiology or acute care experience preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills

About the Community

  • Douglasville is a vibrant, fast-growing suburban community located just 20 minutes west of downtown Atlanta. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and family-friendly environment, Douglasville offers a blend of small-town charm and urban convenience. Residents enjoy:
  • Easy access to Atlanta’s cultural, dining, and entertainment offerings
  • Highly rated schools and a variety of family-oriented neighborhoods
  • Ample parks, green spaces, and recreational amenities
  • A revitalized downtown with local shops, restaurants, and community events
  • Proximity to Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport and major interstate routes

With its balance of lifestyle, affordability, and access to exceptional healthcare, Douglasville is an attractive place to live and practice medicine.

About Wellstar Health System

Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest nonprofit health systems, recognized for its physician-led model, integrated care delivery, and commitment to clinical excellence. APPs at Wellstar benefit from strong mentorship, professional development opportunities, and a robust referral network.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program with current Georgia licensure. Candidates should possess board certification and demonstrate strong clinical judgment and teamwork skills.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Collaboration
  • Treatment planning
  • Cardiology
  • EPIC
  • Patient education
  • Acute care
  • Diagnostic test interpretation
  • Clinical documentation
  • Multidisciplinary care
  • Patient rounding
  • Physical exams
  • History taking
  • Inpatient management
  • Cardiovascular medicine

Benefits

  • Mentorship
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive leadership
  • Referral network

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Douglasville, Georgia
Posted
Apr 21, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Wellstar Health System

At Wellstar Health System, our mission is to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care, inclusive culture and world-class doctors and caregivers, Wellstar is one of the largest, most integrated...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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