Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery Full-Time (Days) Indianapolis, IN

Position Details

Full-time - Days
Hours discussed during interview
Rotating hours worked out in department.
40% Inpatient
60% Outpatient
Team includes 17 physicians and 30 APPs

Procedures

• First Assist in the OR for Spine procedures
• Simplifying wound closure after drain removal
• Lumbar puncture
• Shunt Taps

Patient Population

• Inpatient and Outpatient
• ICU
• Trauma
• Spine Patients

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluating new and follow up consults, either in ED or on one of the inpatient units.
• Evaluating patients with neuro changes, inpatient care and discharges
• 1st Assist in OR

Qualifications

• PA or ACNP certification required
• Would prefer a PA, but if NP that must have Registered Nurse First Assist.
• New grad considered and must have 1st Assist
• Ideal candidate will have clinical background in Neurosurgical, Neurology, Trauma, Ortho Spine
• ICU experience preferred
• Candidate should also have general knowledge of neurological deficits and disorders would be preferred.

Compensation Details

We offer a strong compensation model

Community Description

• Leading educational system and top-ranked universities, paired with a diverse population
• Vibrant downtown offering arts, theaters, world-class museums, zoo, concerts and memorials
• Named to U.S. News & World Report's 2023-2024 list of the best places to live in the United States
• Top ranked international airport: "Best Airport in North America" twelve consecutive years
• Ranked by Niche in 2023 as one of the most diverse counties in America, as well as one of the best cities to live in and buy a house in the country
• Historic neighborhoods with surrounding cultural districts and low cost of living
• Outdoor recreation includes golfing, boating and unique parks
• Home of the Colts (NFL), Fever (WNBA), Pacers (NBA), Indians (MiLB), Indianapolis 500 (IndyCar) and the nation's largest half marathon
• Closer proximity to Chicago, St. Louis, Louisville, and Cincinnati

Healthcare System/Hospital Description

• Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive healthcare system
• Unique partnership with the nation's second largest medical school, Indiana University School of Medicine, offers innovative treatments and therapies and remains a global leader in medical education and research
• Comprised of hospitals, physicians and allied services dedicated to providing preeminent care throughout Indiana and beyond
• Ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report
• Riley Hospital for Children is nationally ranked in ten pediatric specialties by U.S. News & World Report.
• Indiana University Health is one of the largest employers in Indiana