Advanced Practitioner - Neurosurgery

IHA; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

IHA is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to participate in comprehensive neuro-surgery patient care under the guidance of neurosurgery and attending physicians. This role covers preoperative evaluation and postoperative management, with responsibilities spanning history-taking, orders, rounds, and discharge summaries.

The position requires PA/NP licensure in Michigan, DEA registration, and certifications in ACLS and ATLS, with the ability to perform procedures within

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited PA/NP program.
• State license as PA or NP in Michigan.
• DEA registration with US DOJ.

Responsibilities

• Participate in care of neuro-surgery patients under neurosurgery physicians.
• Perform preoperative evaluation and postoperative care.
• Conduct history, physicals, consultations and discharge planning as directed.
• Order labs, imaging and other diagnostic tests as indicated.
• Maintain ACLS status and participate in CPR/first aid.
• Coordinate care plans with the team and attending physicians.
• Proficient use of EMR for documentation and orders.

Skills

Advanced patient management

Interpersonal communication

Compassionate family interaction

Mobility and patient lifting

Education

PA/NP program graduate

PA/NP license

DEA certification

ACLS certification

ATLS certification

Tools

EMR

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Participates in all aspects of care of neuro-surgery patients under the direction of collaborating neurosurgery and attending physicians. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care provided to assigned patient population. This includes preoperative evaluation and postoperative care of neurosurgical patients with implementation of therapies and processes to meet all patient needs. Also includes off service patient population with need for consultation with neurosurgical specialists.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Functional Responsibilities And Duties

• Patient work-up including history and physical examination with ordering of appropriate laboratory tests, x-ray studies, and other diagnostic studies as indicated.
• Completion of daily hospital work rounds for on and off service patients.
• Completion of history and physicals, consultations, progress notes, and discharge summaries as directed by service needs.
• Performing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures as needed (within the scope of practice of the supervising physician).
• Performing First Aid/Basic Life Support resuscitation with participation in annual review.
• Maintenance of ACLS Provider status.
• Evaluation and coordination of a plan of care in conjunction with attending physicians and other team members.
• Proficient use of EMR.

Required Skills And Abilities

• Advanced patient management skills necessary to care for critically ill patients in the emergency department, intensive care, or general surgical floor setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, consulting physicians and hospital staff.
• Ability to interact with grieving family members in a compassionate manner.
• Ability to walk and stand continuously and to lift and position patients.

Required Education, Experience And Licensure

• Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (PAs only) State of Michigan
• Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License
• DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, United States Dept. of Justice
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Certification
• Advanced Trauma Life Support Provider Certification

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.