Advanced Practice Provider, Trauma Surgery

OSF HealthCare•Peoria, IL

6d•$60 - $68

About The Position

The only Level 1 Trauma Center in Central Illinois is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our dynamic Trauma and Emergency General Surgery Team. You will work alongside 10 experienced APPs and 10 trauma surgeons in a collaborative, high-acuity environment that is also home to a highly respected surgery residency program. This role offers extensive opportunities to develop advanced clinical skill, including procedural experience and comprehensive management of acutely ill trauma and surgical patients in the Trauma Bay, Surgical ICU, and general medicine floors. Autonomy in patient care and strong interdisciplinary collaboration are central to this role. APPs are actively involved in education, quality improvement, and research initiatives, contributing to the advancement of trauma care. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with opportunities for growth, join SFMC Trauma-Surgery department. Provide comprehensive care for trauma surgery patients from initial consultation to discharge and follow-up. Collaborate closely with surgical residents and attending surgeons during daily rounds and care planning. Perform patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, order and interpret diagnostics, and manage inpatient care. Perform surgical consultations, assist with bedside procedures, and provide timely documentation and communication across disciplines. Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care. Adhere to best practices in surgical care and maintain compliance with institutional and regulatory standards. Demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in managing a high-acuity, high-volume patient population. Engage in educational opportunities, including teaching and mentoring when appropriate. CME opportunities include research, Surgery M&M, Surgery Grand Rounds and OSF sponsored APP Symposium.

Requirements

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Masters of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Current and valid Physician Assistant License or Advanced Practice Nurse License in the State of Illinois or eligibility for licensing
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
Federal DEA registration and State of Illinois Controlled Substance License required.
Acute Care Certification is required for Nurse Practitioners.
Experience performing bedside procedures such as suturing, drain placement, and wound management.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in trauma surgery, emergency general surgery, critical care, or acute care surgery is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care for trauma surgery patients from initial consultation to discharge and follow-up.
Collaborate closely with surgical residents and attending surgeons during daily rounds and care planning.
Perform patient assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, order and interpret diagnostics, and manage inpatient care.
Perform surgical consultations, assist with bedside procedures, and provide timely documentation and communication across disciplines.
Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and the care team to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
Adhere to best practices in surgical care and maintain compliance with institutional and regulatory standards.
Demonstrate flexibility and efficiency in managing a high-acuity, high-volume patient population.
Engage in educational opportunities, including teaching and mentoring when appropriate.