APRN / PA INPATIENT - BURNS SURGERY -

UNM Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 73,412 - 103,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Albuquerque seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to manage acute conditions requiring urgent surgical intervention. Responsibilities include performing initial consultations, managing inpatient care, and collaborating with nursing staff. Candidates must have a graduate degree in nursing or as a physician assistant, alongside relevant certifications and a minimum of one year of experience. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and various support perks.

Qualifications

• Must possess CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider within 30 days.
• Required state licensing for Advanced Practice RN or Physician Assistant.
• 1 year of directly related experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage acute conditions requiring surgical intervention.
• Perform initial consultations and manage inpatient care.
• Lead education for patients and their families about medical treatments.

Skills

Assessment and diagnosis

Patient education

Documentation

Team collaboration

Research participation

Education

Program Graduate

Advanced Nurse or Physician Assistant

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Advanced Practice RN or Physician Assistant license

Job description

Rewarding position as an Advanced Practice Provider, managing acute conditions requiring urgent or emergent surgical intervention.

Perform initial consultations, manage inpatient census, coordinate OR needs, follow up post‑op patients in clinic. Perform bedside procedures and OR First Assist.

Sign‑On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Minimum Offer

$53.29/hr.

Maximum Offer

$74.90/hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Department: Inpt APP – Surgery

FTE: 1.00

Full Time

Shift: Days

Position Summary

Function in a specialized area of advance practice in the role of practitioner, mentor, consultant, educator, researcher and manager. Establish goals and priorities in accordance with patient and staff needs and organizational objectives. Ensure adherence to Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups.

Detailed Responsibilities

• PATIENT CARE – Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans; implement treatment, follow‑up and evaluate patient within the scope of practice protocols as outlined by state statute.
• PATIENT CARE – Perform patient history and physical exams as needed for procedures or admissions; document findings noting pertinent normal and abnormal findings.
• PATIENT CARE – Complete admitting orders, daily rounds and orders, consultations with nurses, specialists and ancillary staff, discharge summary, transfers, medication management and other orders as required for the management of patient care.
• PATIENT CARE – Perform invasive and non‑invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• PATIENT CARE – Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic procedures and tests. Explain the necessity of preparation, nature, and anticipated effects of procedures to patient and patient’s family.
• PATIENT CARE – Evaluate and revise intervention care/treatment plan with patient and family as necessary to achieve improved health.
• PATIENT CARE – Provide education for patients and/or families about preventative care, medical issues and use of the prescribed medical treatment.
• DOCUMENTATION – Provide accurate documentation of patient care, document orders, directives, procedures and patient responses in the medical record and communicate them to other members of the health care team; maintain accurate, legible and confidential records.
• PATIENT CARE – Work as a team member with medical/nursing/counseling staff to provide comprehensive care and promote continuity of care.
• EDUCATION – Guide, teach, support and serve as a clinical resource for nursing and medical staff.
• ROLE MODEL – Act as a role model through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, leadership, ethical decision‑making, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.
• RESEARCH – Support research by conducting or participating in research studies; incorporate findings in clinical practice.
• DEVELOPMENT – Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in‑services, meetings and workshops.
• PATIENT SAFETY 1 – Follow patient safety‑related policies, procedures and protocols.
• PATIENT SAFETY 2 – Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes.
• PATIENT SAFETY 3 – Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk.
• PATIENT SAFETY 4 – Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors and/or near misses in a timely manner.
• PATIENT SAFETY 5 – Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may “not seem right”.

Qualifications

Education

Essential: Program Graduate

Essential – Education specialization: Advanced Nurse or Physician Assistant

Experience

Essential: 1 year directly related experience

Nonessential: Bilingual in English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo. Specialization in applicable area 3 years directly related experience.

Credentials

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Provider or Professional Rescuers within 30 days.
• Advanced Practice RN or Physician Assistant license & NCCPA certification.
• Pediatric Nursing Certification as applicable.
• ACLS or PALS (as applicable) within 30 days of hire.
• Prescriptive Authority from the State of New Mexico.
• State of New Mexico and Federal DEA Certification.

Physical Conditions

Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Working Conditions

Essential:

• Significant Hazard: Chemicals, Bio Hazardous Materials require PPE.
• Sub to credential failure to obtain/maintain may result in termination.
• 60 days written notice required to be eligible for rehire.