Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Ambulatory Neurosurgery

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off with holidays

State retirement plan with employer"s

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) for the Ambulatory Neurosurgery Department. The APP will collaborate with physicians to deliver care across pre-operative, perioperative, and follow-up visits in a neurosurgery oncology setting.

Applicants must hold Ohio APRN authority or PA-C eligibility, with NP or PA training. The role emphasizes prevention, education, and patient counseling, with a standard 40-hour work week and regular shift.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in Ohio.
• NP program qualifies for national cert under Ohio Board of Nursing.
• MSN degree required; 0 years experience; oncology or neurosurgery preferred.
• PA-C route: NCCPA certification and Ohio licensure eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians to provide care across neurosurgery oncology patients.
• See patients pre-, peri-, and post-operatively and during surveillance with the physician.
• Educate patients and families, promote health and coordinate referrals when appropriate.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team efforts within Ambulatory Neurosurgery.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner program

Eligible for Ohio APRN license

PA-C program eligibility

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Ambulatory Neurosurgery Department: Health System Shared Services | APP Administration

Scope of Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing health care services to patients within the parameters of a standard care or supervisory agreement with an attending physician member of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Collaborates with a physician(s) and other clinicians in providing a full scope of patient care. The focus is on preventive health or the management of acute and/or stable chronic conditions. Performs medical services that have been specifically authorized and directed by the credentialing body and the certifying organization through which they hold licensure.

Position Summary

The APP provides health care services to patients working in collaboration with a licensed physician member of the medical staff. Healthcare services provided include care during acute and chronic phases of illness, education, and counseling of individuals and families, health promotion and prevention, and referral to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate

Minimum Qualifications

Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in the State of Ohio

Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing

Master of Science Degree in Nursing 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of oncology or neurosurgery experience preferred.

OR Masters Prepared; Graduate of a PA-C program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination recognized by the National Certification Commission for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Eligibility for State of Ohio licensure as a PA-C 0 years of relevant experience required. 0-2 years of oncology or neurosurgery experience preferred.

Additional Information

APP will work in neurosurgery oncology with patients who have neurological cancer including the spine.

APP will see patients pre-operatively, post-operative, and for surveillance both with the physician and independently.

Location: University Hospital - Pavilion (0372)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Shift: First Shift

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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