Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Acute Care Surgery; Nocturnist

Medical College of Wisconsin; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established academic medical institution seeks a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their dynamic surgical team. This role emphasizes collaboration within a multidisciplinary environment, focusing on high-quality patient care and safety. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in acute care and a passion for evidence-based practice. Responsibilities include direct patient care, conducting diagnostic procedures, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a thriving academic practice while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Continuing Education Support

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in acute or critical care is essential.
• Master's or Bachelor's degree required for Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Wisconsin RN License and NCCPA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in an inpatient setting.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams for surgical interventions.
• Perform diagnostic tests and communicate results effectively.

Skills

Acute Care Experience

Patient Care

Collaboration with Healthcare Teams

Diagnostic Procedures

Wound Care

Communication Skills

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Position Description:

The Medical College of Wisconsin's Department of Surgery, Division of Trauma and Acute Care is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide primary or specialty medical care within defined scope of practice under the supervision of a licensed physician and in accordance with MCW/FMLH/CHW policies and procedures located in Menomonee Falls, WI at Community Memorial Hospital.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team who will contribute to excellence in program administration, patient care, patient safety, research, quality improvement, and teaching.

The Ideal Candidate will be experienced in acute or critical care with a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and ensures an environment of safe quality care wanting to be part of a thriving and very collaborative academic practice at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Areas of responsibility will include, but not be limited to providing direct patient care to an adult population in an inpatient setting.

In this role you will:

• Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care teams in diagnosis and treatment of conditions requiring surgical intervention in inpatient environment as a member of the Acute Care Surgery team.
• Writes accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders.
• Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information.
• Privileged to perform procedures beyond core as identified by the acute care surgery services.
• Facilitates and communicates with patient, family, and staff to promote continuity of care across the continuum of care.
• Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
• Evaluates quality outcomes for the patients receiving care of this team through participation in the development of quality indicators and outcomes dashboard.
• Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.
• Attends daily rounds with attendings and Acute Care Surgery physician and APP team, presents 24-hour patient report.
• Acts as a liaison for communication of care plans and discharge destinations from ICU to floor teams. Attends care coordination rounds as able.
• Participates in Acute Care Surgery performance improvement activities to ensure the quality of care and effectiveness of service.
• Completes complex wound care and negative pressure wound therapy.
• Provides education and facilitates communication between surgical residents and medical students as required.
• Assistance in the operating room as needed.
• Complete consultations as required from referring teams.

Core Advanced Practice Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical exams, identifies normal and abnormal findings, including physical, cognitive, and psychosocial status.
• Order, perform, and interpret screening and diagnostic procedures and tests, and appropriately communicates and documents information
• Write accurate and timely progress notes, procedure notes, and/or admission and transfer orders
• Develop pharmaceutical and non-pharmaceutical treatment plans.
• Monitor effectiveness of plan of care
• Educate patients on disease and treatment plans.
• Perform procedures as trained and appropriately credentialed.
• Document within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) and completes other necessary documents.
• Collaborate and/or consults with physicians and other health care providers as appropriate.
• Educates, counsels, and assists patients and families regarding current health problems, health maintenance activities and preventive behaviors.
• Attend required training and meets key regulatory requirements, including those of the privileging institution, CMS, and the Joint Commission.
• Acquires information on the most current development and trends in the Physician Assistant field and/or Nurse Practitioner field, through educational programs, in-services, professional associates, and current literature.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs.

Learn more about:

MCW | Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital MCW | Trauma & Acute Care Surgery

MCW | Marc de Moya, MD MCW APPs

Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

All interactions will remain confidential, and no inquiries will be made without the consent of the applicant. Formal applications are preferred but nominations and communication of interest, including current Resume/CV and optional a cover letter stating reasons for interest in the role, may be submitted to: Emily Roth, APP Recruiter - [e-mail]

Learn more: All Available APP Opportunities

Medical College of Wisconsin

At the core of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is the pursuit of new knowledge and the power of academic medicine. Bringing together the world's top scientists and clinicians, inspired students, and invested communities, we are driven to solve the most complex challenges in health and society. MCW is home to a diverse group of thought leaders collaborating to build a healthier world and a continuous cycle of life-changing knowledge. MCW has approximately 1,600 full-time and part-time faculty and approximately 3,445 full-time employees.

Milwaukee

Milwaukee, the largest city in Wisconsin, is located on Lake Michigan's western shore. A metropolitan area with more than 1.5 million people, Milwaukee is an affordable, comfortable place to live, work, and play, big enough to be exciting and uncongested enough to get around easily. Milwaukee's many neighborhoods have incredible charm, accommodating a variety of lifestyles, from high-rise apartments to small farms. Nestled along a magnificent bluff overlooking Lake Michigan, Milwaukee's downtown is home to botanical gardens, museums, a theater district, the world champion Milwaukee Bucks, the Milwaukee Brewers, and many fine restaurants. The lake and its harbors are skirted by scenic parklands and provide first-class opportunities for recreation, including hiking, cycling, boating, and more. A recent study ranked Milwaukee as the 15th most walkable of the 50 largest US cities.

Preferred Schedule:




Full-time nocturnist role

Position Requirements:

Preferred Experience: Prior Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Acute Care experience

Minimum Education:

Advanced Practice Nurse: Master's Degree or higher in Nursing
Physician Assistant: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies

Minimum Requirements: *or eligible

Advanced Practice Nurse Physician Assistant

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner Wisconsin Physician Assistant License

Wisconsin RN License Certification by NCCPA

Wisconsin Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber License AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

Acute Care preferred.

AHA ACLS, AHA BLS, DEA

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination



The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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