Surgical Institute-Full time- NP

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Macon, GA

2d • $48 - $71

About The Position

Atrium Health Navicent Medical Group is looking for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our General and Bariatric Surgery practice. The nurse practitioner will facilitate administrative and clinical activities under the supervision of the Sponsoring Physician. Be familiar with a variety of general surgical procedures. Collaborates with other advance practice providers, nursing and ancillary staff and community agencies to provide continuity of care for patients. Ensures patient safety and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a Master Degree in Nursing.
• Must maintain a current RN and APRN license to practice in the State of Georgia.
• Must demonstrate competence in their practice setting and must be able to perform with a high degree of accuracy to reduce errors in judgment related to care of patients.
• Must obtain required CEU's in care of patients in the care setting each renewal period.
• Must maintain a high degree of confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Mix of Acute Care Surgery
• Provides assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, referral, and follow-up for a shared or owned panel of patients or may handle on a by-visit basis.
• Recommends screenings and tests based on patients' demographics.
• Manages health care within protocols mutually agreed upon by physician and APP team members.
• Identifies abnormal findings early and initiates appropriate intervention.
• Participates on committees and in research as appropriate.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time