Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) Fellowship - Cardiology - SPRING 2027

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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 ShiftVariousApplicants must complete two steps: 1. Submit this online application through the Wellstar Careers portal.2.

Email all required application materials (see below) to appfellowships@wellstar.org. Submit all materials together in a single email. Preferred file format: PDF for all documents.

Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care Advanced Practice Provider FellowshipSpring 2027 cohort applications are open until October 31st, 2026The Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship is a one-year post-graduate training program for nurse practitioners and physician associates wanting to specialize in adult cardiovascular medicine. Designed for new-graduate and experienced advanced practice providers, this competency-based program integrates engaging didactic experiences, immersive hands-on simulation, intentional practice-based learning, and purposeful professional development activities.

This competitive post-graduate fellowship accepts two advanced practice provider fellows each Spring and Fall. Throughout the program, fellows apply acquired cardiovascular knowledge and skills during clinical synthesis rotations in ambulatory and acute care settings across the Wellstar Health System. Rotations include rich experiences within the following cardiovascular service lines:General CardiologyIschemic Heart DiseaseHeart FailureCritical Care CardiologyAdvanced Heart FailureCardiothoracic SurgeryStructural HeartElectrophysiologyIn addition to practice-based learning rotations, Fellows gain a fundamental understanding of invasive and noninvasive cardiovascular diagnostics and imaging, clinical and translational cardiovascular research, and collaborative multi-disciplinary cardiovascular teams.

Fellows may also have the opportunity to participate in tailored sub-specialty rotations within a comprehensive aortic program, autonomic dysfunction center, cardiac rehabilitation, cardiovascular behavioral health, cardio-oncology, and a center for preventive cardiology. The Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship prepares nurse practitioners and physician associates to become expert clinicians across the continuum of cardiovascular disease.

Upon completion of this program, fellows will have the knowledge, experiences, skills, and competency expected of all cardiovascular advanced practice providers. Complementing this exciting program, Wellstar Health System offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insuranceOccurrence-based malpractice coverageShort-term and long-term disability insuranceLife insurance403(b) with employer matchCME allowanceExtended illness bankPaid time off for vacation and holidays (excludes shift-based positions)Concierge serviceAdoption assistanceLocation: Various ambulatory and acute care settings across the Wellstar Health SystemTime: Various shifts.

Full time. The Wellstar Center for Cardiovascular Care Advanced Practice Provider Fellow will provide cardiovascular specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings and function within the bounds of the Fellowship Program to:Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams under the guidance of physician and advanced practice provider faculty, preceptors, and mentorsPerform appropriate and complete evaluations as clinical situations dictate for patients to establish and record patient's current health statusDevelop appropriate differential diagnoses and treatment plansProvide continuing medical care, including daily examinations, writing orders, chart notes, performing procedures, discharging patients, and completing discharge summariesAs an Advanced Practice Provider Fellow, you will:Perform all pertinent clinical duties appropriate to clinical service under the guidance and direction of clinical preceptors.

These duties include but are not limited to history and physicals, consultations, daily progress notes, discharge summaries, entering appropriate orders in EPIC (electronic health record), participating in rounds, assisting with bedside procedures, gathering clinical information and results, participating in the transition of care, viewing and interpreting (with appropriate oversight) radiographic, laboratory and other diagnostic information, forming differential diagnoses, and developing of medical treatment plansKeep and maintain a log of all clinical activityAttend all assigned medical conferences, grand rounds, and other in-person or virtual learning eventsAttend all assigned program evaluation meetings and provide current clinical activity logs and relevant program performance evaluationsComplete all assigned reading and online curricula by established deadlinesRemain current on institutional policies, bylaws, and credentialing requirements related to the cardiovascular specialty, including but not limited to federal and Georgia state laws and legislation pertaining to governanceCollaborate with Fellowship leadership, faculty, staff, mentors, and clinical preceptors regarding departmental operations and system initiatives to ensure ongoing and future Advanced Practice Provider Fellow education, growth, and program successComplete any required supplemental certificate courses (e.g., Fundamental Critical Care Support [FCCS], Point-of-Care Ultrasound [POCUS], Difficult Airway Course, etc.)Participate in interviews of future Advanced Practice Provider Fellows as requestedMinimum RequirementsDemonstrated leadership skills and knowledgeStrong interpersonal skills with ability to work collaboratively in multi-specialty medical groupsExcellent communication skills – verbal, written, listening, and presentation along with the confidence to favorably represent the organization in both formal and informal settingsA firm commitment to delivering high quality healthcare services with an unparalleled commitment to customer service as a necessary component for successThe ability to operate within an organizational culture which embraces compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence to support achieving the goals of the organization.

Additional

Graduate of an accredited nurse practitioner or physician associate program within the past 12 months or clinical practice as an advanced practice provider within the past 12 months. Certification from one of the following nurse practitioner or physician associate national certification agencies*:American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP-BC)Adult-Gerontology Acute Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC)American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certified (Adult-Gero) (ACNPC-AG)National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)Physician Assistant (PA-C)Current/Unencumbered Georgia license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant.

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certificationsStrong interest in specialty practice and commitment to professional growth*Acute care nurse practitioner certification is required for inpatient specialty tracks, in alignment with the APRN Consensus Model. Required Application Materials:Current professional CV or résuméUnofficial academic transcript (from NP or PA program)Personal statement (maximum one page, double-spaced) addressing:Why are you interested in a Wellstar Advanced Practice Provider Fellowship?

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