Advanced Practice Provider (PA or ACNP) -Surgery-PRN
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 through direct and indirect patient care.
Collaborate proactively with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
Responsibilities
- Obtain comprehensive patient histories and perform physical examinations.
- Order and prescribe medications, laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, IV fluids, diets, activity levels, and other patient care orders as appropriate.
- Absent from 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.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) program.
- Master’s 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.
Qualifications
- Surgical experience required.
- Acute Care experience preferred.
Skills
- Strong clinical skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Ability to prioritize patient safety and quality outcomes.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- CME support.
- Malpractice coverage.
Pay
Competitive hourly compensation.
Schedule
Hours are flexible and may vary based on department needs.
About Northwest Hospital
Northwest Hospital is recognized for delivering high-quality inpatient and critical care services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.
Why Join 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.