Advanced Practitioner - Acute Service; Weekend Option Nights

Goodman Campbell; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine (GCBS) seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for its Acute Neurosurgical Services team at Franciscan Hospital in Indianapolis. The APP collaborates with neurosurgeons to deliver comprehensive care across trauma, critical care, spine surgery, neurovascular and tumor populations.

The role requires night shifts (7p-7a) Friday–Sunday, with emphasis on patient-centered care, teamwork, and professional growth within a leading neurosurgical group.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent judgement and decision-making.
• Commitment to ongoing education and development.
• Critical listening skills; empathy.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families and colleagues.
• Excellent written and oral communication, collaboration and problem-solving.
• Strong interpersonal skills and conflict management.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and timely documentation.
• Knowledge of health promotion and patient education plans.
• Advanced computer knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Work as a team with colleagues for smooth operations.
• Plan and communicate effectively across teams.
• Obtain complete medical history and review records.
• Interpret data to determine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Perform procedures under physician supervision.
• First responder in the Emergency Department for patient care.
• Be available for inpatient consults and urgent calls.
• Keep accurate progress notes and communicate issues to physicians.
• Provide patient and family education.
• Operate independently in a structured, time-conscious manner.

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing with national certification as an Adult, Acute Care, or Family Nurse Practitioner or Masters from an accredited Physician Assistant Program and national certification from NCCPA or AAPA

Job description

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Advanced Practitioner - Acute Service; Weekend Option Nights

Professional

Goodman Campbell Team

At Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine (GCBS), every member of our team is essential to fulfilling our mission to deliver exceptional and timely neurosurgical care with a steadfast emphasis on quality.

We work to cultivate an authentic culture through purposeful actions that convey collaboration, respect and a shared vision of excellence. We truly value every interaction we have – with our patients and each other. Our team is at the heart of all we do as an organization, and each employee has the opportunity to enhance the level of service we provide to our patients. We are in search of like-minded individuals, who are pursuing a job of purpose that impacts the lives of patients.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and capable Advanced Practice Provider to join the Acute Neurosurgical Services (ANS) team based at Franciscan Hospital in Indianapolis. The ANS APP is a key member of the GCBS ANS team managing multiple patient populations including trauma, critical care, elective spine surgery, neurovascular, and tumor populations. The ANS APP collaborates with the Neurosurgeons to maintain continuity of care and facilitate progression of the patient through the complex health system. The ANS APP also assists with collaboration with other teams within the hospital setting in a multi-disciplinary fashion. The ANS APP is a vital part of the ANS team managing patients with neurosurgical conditions. This position is full-time, working 7p-7a night shift Friday-Sunday.

To be successful in this role, you should exhibit exceptional customer service abilities to align with Goodman Campbell’s dedication to a positive patient experience. Outstanding employees in this role are detailed, accurate and efficient while striving to deliver the highest level of patient service. As this role is an essential part of our team, active communication and respectful collaboration with peers is vital to success.

Job Duties

• At Goodman Campbell, we function as a team.
• Communication and collaborative planning are vital for smooth day to day operations.
• Obtain complete medical history and physical data on patients. Review patient records.
• Interpret and integrate data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for patients.
• Perform procedures as appropriate under the direction of a physician.
• First responder in the Emergency Department to provide patient care intervention under the direction of physician.
• Available for inpatient consults under the direction of a physician.
• Available for urgent calls regarding all neurosurgical patients in the Emergency Department, ICU, and other inpatient departments.
• Keep accurate progress notes.
• Communicates appropriately with physicians regarding any patient care issues.
• Provide patient and patient family education.
• Functions independently in an organized and time conscious manner.
• Professional presentation.
• Displays flexibility as it relates to staffing needs of the acute service.
• Responsible for professional growth and development.
• Complies with professional, regulatory, governmental and departmental standards.
• Contributes to the professional development of others by sharing knowledge and skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent judgement and decision-making.
• Commitment to ongoing education and development.
• Critical listening skills, ability to listen attentively and show empathy.
• Ability to communicate clearly to patients, family, and colleagues in a constructive manner.
• Excellent oral and written communication, collaboration, problem-solving and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to effectively manage conflict, addressing issues in a manner that maintains good working relationships.
• Ability to keep detailed records and provide written documentation in a complete, accurate, readable, and timely manner.
• Ability to utilize patient information to meet identified goals.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of health promotion and maintenance with ability to develop, implement, and communicate patient education plans.
• Strong Pharmacology, anatomy, and physiology knowledge.
• Desire to work with all types of people and work as a team member.
• Advanced computer knowledge.
• Requires knowledge of service standards and regulatory standards that govern patient care delivery and practice operations.
• Ability to develop and implement educational plans.
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical conditions and treatment plans.

Educational and Experience Required

Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing with National Certification as an Adult, Acute Care, or Family Nurse Practitioner or Masters from an accredited Physician Assistant Program and national certification from NCCPA or AAPA

Licensure and Certification: Requires current unlimited Indiana State license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant

• Current BLS Certification

Preferred Experience: Previous experience working in neurosurgery strongly preferred. More than 2 years of previous experience as an RN working within an emergency department, trauma unit, critical care, or other inpatient setting will also be considered.

Physical Demands

• Able to sit for an extended period of time in focused work.
• Long periods of telephone and computer work.
• Mobility within a health clinic setting
• Able to stand for long hours
• Manual dexterity necessary
• Occasional lifting involving patients, as well as occasional lifting or moving of medical equipment and supplies.
• Able to remain calm and composed when interacting with patients and/or family members
• Able to pay attention to detail for long periods of time
• Environmental Conditions to include frequent contact with blood and other body fluids, as well as exposure to air or surface borne illnesses