Inpatient Acute Care APP – Trauma & General Surgery

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for Trauma/Gen Surgery in the inpatient setting. The APP will work in adult ICU, progressive care, and acute care areas as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, focusing on critically and acutely ill adults and providing care from ICU to discharge.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional communication, and ongoing competency validation to ensure safe, high-quality care for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Requires APRN with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification, or enrollment in a Post Master ACNP program within one year of hire.
• For Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) applicants, current certification or eligibility is required.

Responsibilities

• Manages critically and acutely ill adults in ICU, progressive care, and acute care areas as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Provides intensive care interventions and acts as a resource across the service line from ICU to discharge.
• Maintains evidence-based practice, ensures patient safety, and supports professional development.

Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Job description

University of Kentucky seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for Trauma/Gen Surgery in the inpatient setting. The APP will work in adult ICU, progressive care, and acute care areas as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, focusing on critically and acutely ill adults and providing care from ICU to discharge.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, professional communication, and ongoing competency validation to ensure safe, high-quality care for patients and families.