Advanced Practice Provider (PA or ACNP) -Surgery
About the role
Work under the direction and supervision of an attending surgeon to support patient care across hospital floors, the Emergency Department, and other clinical areas.
Prioritize patient safety and quality outcomes while collaborating proactively with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Care for patients by obtaining comprehensive patient histories, performing physical examinations, ordering and prescribing medications, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, IV fluids, diets, activity levels, and other patient care orders as appropriate.
Assist in surgical procedures by handling tissue, providing surgical exposure, using instruments, suturing, tying, and achieving hemostasis.
Respond to the Emergency Department to manage and assist with trauma resuscitations.
Educate patients on discharge instructions, wound care, medication use, dietary recommendations, and other aspects of post-hospital care.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program
- Masters degree required
- Maryland NP or PA License (active and in good standing)
- Advanced Practice approval (if applicable)
- NCCPA certification (for PAs)
- National NP Board Certification (for NPs)
- ACLS and BLS certification
- Maryland CDS License
Preferred Experience
- Surgical experience preferred
- Acute Care experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation
- CME support
- Paid time off
- Malpractice coverage
About Northwest Hospital
Northwest Hospital is recognized for delivering high-quality inpatient and critical care services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
About Our Surgical Team
High clinical autonomy with strong specialist support
Modernized facilities and growing critical care services
Work in a culture that values professional growth and clinical excellence