Advanced Practice Provider

St. Cloud Orthopedics; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401k with company contribution and...

Paid time off

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Neurosurgery team. The AP provider coordinates care for elective and trauma neurosurgery patients, assists surgeons in the OR, and guides pre- and postoperative nursing care.

Expect 4–10 hour shifts as a 1.0 FTE role. Requires PA/NP completion, BLS, ACLS, DEA, Minnesota licensure, and NCCPA certification; preference for 1–2 years in neurosurgery.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current BLS certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
• Current DEA certification (verified during credentialing process).
• Licensed as a PA with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice.
• NCCPA certification.
• Approved by Minnesota Board of Medical Practice for prescription writing privileges (verified during credentialing process).
• Preferred 1-2 years in neurosurgery hospital environment including first assisting and independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care for elective and trauma neurosurgery patients on inpatient units and in the operating room.
• Assist the surgeon by preparing grafts, closing incisions, and first/second assisting as needed.
• Coordinate pre- and post-operative nursing care and supervise daily inpatient rounding.

Education

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider, Neurosurgery (1.0 FTE)

Regions/RHSC is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join our Neurosurgery team. The Advanced Practice Provider in neurosurgery is responsible for the coordination of care of elective and trauma neurosurgery patients. In the operating room and on the nursing units, the position will first assist the surgeon by preparing grafts, closing the incision and first and second assisting the surgeon as needed.

On the inpatient nursing unit, this position will coordinate the patients care and assist the surgeon in directing the pre and post-operative nursing care for these patients. The major functions in this environment consist of patient assessment, writing medication and treatment orders and performing, or directing specific tasks. Daily and rotating inpatient rounding is expected in this position. Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Schedule:

4 - 10-hour shifts

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current BLS certification
• Current ACLS certification
• Current DEA certification (verified during credentialing process)
• Physician Assistant:
• Licensed as a PA with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
• NCCPA certification
• Approved by Minnesota Board of Medical Practice for prescription writing privileges (verified during credentialing process)

Preferred Qualifications:

Prefer 1-2 years’ experience in the neurosurgery in hospital environment which includes First Assisting and seeing patients independently.

BENEFITS:

HealthPartners benefit offerings (for 0.50 FTE or greater) include medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with company contribution and match, paid time off, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, malpractice insurance for work done on behalf of HealthPartners as well as a CEU reimbursement account. Our clinician well-being program provides a wealth of information, tools, and resources tailored to meet the unique needs of our health care professionals, including physicians, advanced practice clinicians (APCs) and dentists. HealthPartners is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. In addition to a competitive wage, Advance Practice Clinicians have the opportunity to earn additional compensation based upon their wRVU production.

ABOUT US:

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

At HealthPartners, we believe in nurturing your diverse talents, recognizing your hard work, and supporting your work-life balance. Your well-being is vital, as it enables you to help deliver exceptional care. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support every aspect of your life – from health and time off to retirement planning and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to empower you to thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially.

Join us and become a partner for good, helping to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, members and the communities we serve.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or basis of disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class.