Nocturnist Trauma APP - PRN 1

Methodist Health System•Mansfield, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Methodist Medical Group (MMG) is seeking a PRN nocturnist Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the trauma surgery team at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center. This role involves working collaboratively with trauma surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide care to trauma patients during overnight shifts. Methodist Medical Group is a physician-led organization affiliated with Methodist Health System in Dallas, Texas, known for its comprehensive care across various specialties. Methodist Mansfield Medical Center is an acute-care hospital working towards Level 2 trauma verification, equipped with extensive facilities including a large emergency department, critical care beds, and operating rooms.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner master’s degree program (NPs must be AGACNP or ACNP certified)
Active license or eligibility to practice in the State of Texas
Clinical and procedural experience as an APP (PA/NP) in Trauma, Surgical, ED, or Critical Care settings preferred
Strong surgical and critical care knowledge base
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain calm and communicate effectively in high-pressure situations
Proficiency in EMR documentation and clinical decision-making

Nice To Haves

ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) – familiarity or certification preferred
BLS (Basic Life Support)
FCCS (Fundamental Critical Care Support) – optional but beneficial

Responsibilities

Triage and run Level 2 trauma activations, manage acute resuscitations
Assist with Level I trauma activations
Perform procedures such as EFAST exams, Central and Arterial line insertion, Intubation procedures, Bronchoscopic procedures, Chest tube placement, and Closure of lacerations
Assist in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery operative procedures
Round on a diverse patient population in the ICU, critical care, and trauma floors
Collaborate closely with the Trauma Medical Director and the trauma team
Contribute to the delivery of high-quality trauma care overnight
Manage patients in the Emergency Department, ICU, intermediate care, and on the floor
Perform comprehensive and interval history and physical exams
Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic studies
Document findings and treatment plans in the EMR
Educate patients regarding diagnoses and treatment plans
Prescribe or recommend therapeutic procedures and medications
Refer patients to physicians or specialized health resources as needed
Assume additional duties as needed within scope of licensure