NP/PA SURGICAL PD - TRAUMA CENTER - ADULT AND PEDIATRIC

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow Lansing is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated per diem PA/NP to join the Trauma team in our busy Level 1 Trauma Center. The University of Michigan Health – Sparrow delivers exceptional quality care in a diverse and family-friendly community and is committed to improving access to medical care across the Mid-Michigan region. This position requires adult and pediatric training for Nurse Practitioners. The advanced practice provider (APP) maximizes efficiency of the trauma service clinical operations and quality by following evidence based protocols and guidelines in caring for trauma patients.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program. If a Nurse Practitioner, must have formal education and clinical hours in the care of Pediatric patients.
Licensed as an RN and Certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Michigan, OR as a Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan.
Successful completion of ATLS as an APP within one year of hire.
Clinical knowledge and analytical ability necessary to formulate appropriate patient interventions.
Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to trauma patients. The skills and knowledge needed to provide such care might be gained through education, training, or experience.
Successful completion of hospital credentialing.
Previous hospital-based NP or PA experience preferred
Open to new grads

Responsibilities

Assesses, plans, and evaluates clinical care of trauma patients in collaboration with trauma surgeons.
Accurately and concisely reports verbally and in the medical record patient-oriented documentation.
Collaborates with entire team to plan and coordinate care of trauma patients and their families, including, but not limited to trauma surgeons, surgical residents, fellows, nurses, pharmacists, PT, OT, ST, dietitians, and other medical and surgical physician subspecialists.
Orders diagnostic studies, therapeutic measures, and medications in collaboration with the attending physician.
Follows trauma services protocols, policies, and guidelines in caring for trauma patients.
Supports the performance improvement, research and education initiatives of the trauma service.
Participates in staff, patient, and family education.
Obtains and maintains competency in trauma care.
Serves as a role model for residents and students on the trauma service.
Supports trauma services in maintaining ACS verification, as well as MTQIP and TQIP initiatives.
Participates in appropriate committees within trauma services, such as Peer Review and Grand Rounds.