Key Responsibilities:
Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough pre-operative evaluations, including history-taking, physical exams, and diagnostic tests.
Care Planning: Develop individualized care plans based on assessment findings and collaborate with the surgical team.
Surgical Assistance: Assist surgeons in the operating room, which may include suturing, tissue handling, and monitoring patient vitals.
Post-Operative Care: Monitor patients in the recovery area, manage pain, and identify complications early.
Patient Education: Provide education to patients and families regarding surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and post-operative care.
Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records.
Collaboration: Work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and facilitate transitions between care settings.
Research and Education: Participate in clinical research and contribute to the education of nursing students and staff.

Skills

Education: Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization as a Nurse Practitioner; certification in an acute care or surgical specialty preferred.
Licensure: Current NP licensure in the state of practice.
Experience: Previous experience in surgical settings is highly desirable.
Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, ability to work under pressure, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and proficiency in electronic health records.

Notes

Working Hours
M-F No weeknights
Weekday clinic hours + call rotation on weekends (possibly 2x per 3 month contract) 4 hours of rounding on both Sat and Sun
8 hour days (8am-4:30pm)
Skills
Must have experience in general surgery or surgical oncology


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