Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider – Spine Care

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Spine Center in Durham, NC seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct patient care for neurological and spinal disorders, collaborating with physicians and APPs in a neurosurgery setting. The most common diagnoses include spine tumors, deformity, and chronic back pain.

Primary hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM with flexibility for in-hospital consults and rounds. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants with appropriate credentials are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• NPs must have a Master of Science in Nursing and be licensed in NC or PA equivalents.
• PAs must have a Bachelor's degree with a Master's preferred and NC licensure.
• BLS certification required for all APP roles.

Responsibilities

• Take patient histories, perform exams, and document in the EMR.
• Order and interpret labs and imaging, and relay results to physicians.
• Develop treatment plans and manage postoperative care with the team.
• Monitor patient progress in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Participate in teaching students and residents in procedures.

Skills

Clinical examination

Patient communication

BLS certification

Education

Nurse Practitioner program with Master's in Nursing

Physician Assistant program; Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred

Tools

Maestro Care

Job description

Duke Spine Center in Durham, NC seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct patient care for neurological and spinal disorders, collaborating with physicians and APPs in a neurosurgery setting. The most common diagnoses include spine tumors, deformity, and chronic back pain.

Primary hours are Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM with flexibility for in-hospital consults and rounds. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants with appropriate credentials are encouraged to apply.