First Assist Robotics Program– Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant

University of Rochester • City of Rochester, NY

39d • $98,010 - $137,218 • Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. NP/PA FT position available Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing for Perioperative Services, the Department of Surgery Manager for Advanced Practice, and the attending physician, the APP will provide surgical first assistance during procedures. In addition to direct patient care, responsibilities include documenting care, adhering to hospital and nursing policies, educating patients and staff, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The APP will support the OR team by performing any necessary tasks that enhance surgical efficiency and quality. In emergencies, the APP will initiate appropriate evaluation and treatment. NPs and PAs will demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn. The APP will participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law. Learn. Discover. Heal. Create. Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited APRN or PA program
• Licensure as an Advanced Practice Provider
• Current RNFA certification (for APRNs only)
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Nurse Practitioner Require a Master's degree as a Nurse Practitioner, an active New York State Registered Nurse license in good standing, an active New York State Nurse Practitioner licensure in good standing and current national certification as an Nurse Practitioner.
• Physician Assistant Required completion of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant program, an active New York State Physician Assistant licensure in good standing and current national certification as a Physician Assistant by NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants)
• Demonstrate clinical competence, superior verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness and customer relation skills, computer competence and must have an active desire to learn.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, complex environment
• Proficiency in surgical aseptic technique
• Previous experience in one or more of the following specialties: General Surgery, OB/GYN, Urology, Colorectal, Thoracic, Surgical Oncology

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical first assistance during procedures.
• Document care.
• Adhere to hospital and nursing policies.
• Educate patients and staff.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Support the OR team by performing any necessary tasks that enhance surgical efficiency and quality.
• Initiate appropriate evaluation and treatment in emergencies.
• Participate in the education of learners (students and new employees), using clinical learning experiences, knowledge sharing and skill training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees