Neurosurgery APP: NP/PA - Flexible Hours, Impactful Care

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join the Neurosurgery team at Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. You will provide direct patient care in collaboration with supervising physicians for patients with hydrocephalus, intracranial hypertension, Chiari, and post-traumatic cases.

Typical hours are weekdays 7:30 AM–5:00 PM with flexibility for rounds and in-hospital consults.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program with Master’s degree.
• Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program; Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Evidence of clinical certification and licensure in North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist physician in diagnosing medical/surgical problems and prescribing necessary treatment.
• Take patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and document findings.
• Respond to patient inquiries and coordinate with supervising physician.
• Order and schedule laboratory studies and diagnostic procedures; arrange inpatient admission if needed.
• Carry out therapeutic procedures such as wound care and dressing changes; monitor progress.
• Perform lumbar punctures and other basic procedures for screening and care.
• Participate in research projects and training of staff and students.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Duke Health is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to join the Neurosurgery team at Duke University Hospital and Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, NC. You will provide direct patient care in collaboration with supervising physicians for patients with hydrocephalus, intracranial hypertension, Chiari, and post-traumatic cases.

Typical hours are weekdays 7:30 AM–5:00 PM with flexibility for rounds and in-hospital consults.