Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Neurological Surgery – Midlands Division

Medical University of South Carolina•Washington, DC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

MUSC Health – Midlands Division is seeking a skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Neurological Surgery team in downtown Columbia, SC. This is an exceptional opportunity for an APP who thrives in the operating room and enjoys the balance of both surgical and clinical practice. In this role, you will work side-by-side with an experienced neurosurgeon, actively participating in surgical procedures, perioperative management, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care. Responsibilities include assisting in the OR, pre- and post-operative evaluations, inpatient rounding, discharge planning, and ongoing coordination of patient care. The ideal candidate has prior surgical or neurosurgical experience, demonstrates confidence in high-acuity patient management, and values collaboration in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Call coverage (phone and in-person) will align with the physician’s call schedule.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
DHEC and DEA license

Nice To Haves

Previous neuro-surgery experience, orthopedic spine, or surgical experience.
Physician Assistant or if APRN License Type/Certification: AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.) The NP must hold an RNFA certification upon hire to first assist in the operation room.
FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan. The NP must hold an RNFA certification upon hire to first assist in the operation room.

Responsibilities

Assisting in the OR
Pre- and post-operative evaluations
Inpatient rounding
Discharge planning
Ongoing coordination of patient care
Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
Evaluates and treats based on history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
Documents and bills for direct care provided
Utilizes current research and evidence-based decision-making in all clinical practice
Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research
Participates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law
First or second assistant in the operating room.
Assist with use of monitoring devices
Initiate appropriate emergency care in the inpatient and outpatient setting until the arrival of the supervising physician
Manage discharge of patients with appropriate disposition, follow-up planning, adjunctive therapy management and education
Make assessment of emergency conditions and, in conjunction with attending physician, implement management
Provide pre-and post-operative patient education to patients and their families
Communicate with referring or primary care physicians regarding patient care and treatment
Provide follow-up and health maintenance care including the appropriate adjustment of medications in accordance with established protocols or in response to specific instructions from the Attending Physician