Neurosurgery APN/PA — Inpatient 1st Assistant

UNMH Jobs; Moriarty (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

UNMH Jobs is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery Clinic, managing a diverse neurosurgical patient population. This mostly outpatient role involves evaluating and managing new and established patients with cranial, spine and general neurosurgical conditions.

Collaboration with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team is essential. The role includes full-time hours with day or night shifts.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant required.
• 1 year directly related experience required.
• Bilingual English, Spanish, Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni or Navajo language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans for neurosurgery patients.
• Perform history and physical exams as needed for procedures or admissions.
• Complete admitting orders, daily rounds and consultations with staff and ancillary teams.
• Provide education to patients and families about preventive care and treatment options.
• Document patient care accurately in the medical record and communicate with the health care team.
• Support research and professional development through participation in educational activities.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Education

Advanced Nurse or Physician Assistant

Program Graduate

Job description

UNMH Jobs is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Neurosurgery Clinic, managing a diverse neurosurgical patient population. This mostly outpatient role involves evaluating and managing new and established patients with cranial, spine and general neurosurgical conditions.

Collaboration with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team is essential. The role includes full-time hours with day or night shifts.