APRN/PA - SUSL Trauma Surgery

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences•Little Rock, AR

22h

About The Position

The Trauma Surgery Team is seeking a highly motivated and dedicated APRN/Physician Assistant to join our dynamic inpatient trauma service. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with trauma surgeons, residents, other APRN/Physician Assistant, and the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to adult trauma patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fast-paced, collaborative, and highly respected trauma team at the only adult Level I Trauma Center in Arkansas. The APRN/PA will manage health issues for patients, independently or in collaboration with the designated physicians. Other duties may be assigned to expand and improve patient care. The APRN/PA will be expected to provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues for patients in collaboration with the designated physician(s). The APRN/PA will work autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of medical professionals. The APRN/PA will extend the patient care and administrative services of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences physicians in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The APRN/PA will work autonomously, as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients' health care problems, and will serve as a health care resource. interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate. The APRN/PA will also coordinate the multidisciplinary care of patients, facilitating all necessary consults, assuring that care is timely and appropriate. Other duties may be assigned to this position.

Requirements

APRN: Master's degree in nursing
Three (3) years of nursing experience
Acute Care Certification
Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
APRN License
PA: Master's Education
PA Licensure

Responsibilities

Participate in daily inpatient rounds on trauma and acute care surgery patients, including assessment, plan development, documentation, and coordination of care
Respond promptly to trauma activations and assist in initial patient evaluation and resuscitation in collaboration with the trauma team
Provide follow-up care and support discharge planning to ensure safe and effective patient transitions
Staff a weekly outpatient follow-up clinic for trauma and surgical patients
Collaborate with case management, nursing, therapy, and other disciplines to optimize patient outcomes
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, data collection, and process improvement projects to support program goals and patient safety
Attend and contribute to trauma education and multidisciplinary conferences, including morbidity and mortality reviews, trauma performance improvement, and continuing education sessions
Support clinical education of students, residents, or other learners as appropriate