Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Surgical Assist

About the role

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing health care services to patients within the parameters of a standard care or supervisory agreement with an attending physician member of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Collaborates with a physician(s) and other clinicians in providing a full scope of patient care. The focus is on preventive health or the management of acute and/or stable chronic conditions. Performs medical services that have been specifically authorized and directed by the credentialing body and the certifying organization through which they hold licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provides health care services to patients working in collaboration with a licensed physician member of the medical staff.
• Delivers care during acute and chronic phases of illness.
• Provides education and counseling to individuals and families.
• Promotes health and prevention.
• Makes referrals to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in the State of Ohio.
• Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Master of Science Degree in Nursing.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0–2 years of surgical experience preferred.
• RNFA required OR Masters Prepared; Graduate of a PA-C program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination recognized by the National Certification Commission for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Eligibility for State of Ohio licensure as a PA-C.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0–2 years of surgical experience preferred.