Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery

Role: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Neurosurgery Responsibilities: Collaborate with healthcare team to deliver neurosurgical care in inpatient and outpatient settings. Perform patient history, physical exams, diagnostics, develop and implement treatment plans, monitor therapeutic effectiveness, prescribe medications, facilitate referrals, and provide patient counseling and education. Duties include inpatient floor care, outpatient clinic visits, assisting in the operating room, and on-call coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Qualifications: Requires 2-5 years of NP or PA experience; candidates must be licensed and certified accordingly. For NP, must have a master's degree, AZ RN and APRN licenses, ACNP certification, and RN First Assist certification. For PA, must have NCCPA certification and AZ registration. Active BLS, ACLS, DEA registration, and RNFA certification are mandatory. Strong communication, leadership, adaptability, and computer skills are essential. Skills: Clinical assessment, diagnostic interpretation, pharmacology, patient education, flexibility, teamwork, and proficiency with electronic medical records. Additional: This is a full-time, exempt position with scheduled rotations across floor, clinic, OR, and on-call duties. Must be willing to participate in an OnDemand interview process.