Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Surgical Assist

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

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) for surgical assistance in the James Cancer Hospital. The role involves collaborating with attending physicians to provide patient care across acute and chronic conditions, with emphasis on prevention, education, and counseling.

Required qualifications include Ohio APRN license, MSN, eligible for national certification (NCCPA/NP), RNFA credential, and 0 years experience required with 0–2 years

Qualifications

• APRN license in Ohio is required.
• Graduate NP program eligible to sit for national cert exam.
• Master of Science in Nursing is required.
• 0 years of relevant experience required.
• 0-2 years of surgical experience preferred.
• RNFA required.
• Physician Assistant track: eligible for PA-C certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in collaboration with licensed physician.
• Deliver care during acute and chronic illness phases.
• Educate patients and families, promote health.
• Refer to other providers when appropriate.

Skills

APRNs license Ohio

RNFA

PA-C eligibility

Surgical experience (0-2 yrs)

Education

MSN Degree

Nurse Practitioner program

PA-C program graduate

Tools

NCCPA Certification

Ohio Nursing License

Job description

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)- Surgical Assist

Department: James | Inpatient Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant

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 surgical experience preferred.
• RNFA required
• 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 surgical experience preferred.

Additional Information

• Location: James Cancer Hospital (0375)
• 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.

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