Neurosurgery NP – Inpatient Care & OR Support Sign-On Bonus

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Weekend shift bonus

Job summary

University of Missouri-Columbia's Department of Neurosurgery seeks a Nurse Practitioner - Specialty Care III to act as a physician extender for collaborating surgeons in the Neurosurgery Department.

Responsibilities include independently assisting in multidisciplinary adult patient care, diagnosing and treating neurosurgical patients in inpatient, clinic, or OR settings, performing exams, tests, and minor procedures, and participating in Telehealth and quality improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing degree required.
• Missouri RN licensure or multi-state RN (NLC) required.
• Document of Recognition from Missouri Board of Nursing required.
• Graduation certificate from an accredited nurse practitioner program required.

Responsibilities

• Independently provide care in a multidisciplinary adult neurosurgery setting.
• Diagnose and treat neurosurgical patients in inpatient, clinic, and OR settings.
• Perform physical exams, order tests, and assist with minor procedures.
• Assist in evaluating surgical candidates and provide post-operative care.
• Participate in Telemedicine return clinic appointments via Polycom.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and adherence to standards.
• Lead and participate in clinical research and inpatient consultations as needed.
• Demonstrate autonomy and advanced diagnostic and treatment skills.

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Missouri RN Licensure / multi-state RN (NLC)

Document of Recognition from Missouri Board of Nursing

Graduation certificate from accredited NP program

Job description

University of Missouri-Columbia's Department of Neurosurgery seeks a Nurse Practitioner - Specialty Care III to act as a physician extender for collaborating surgeons in the Neurosurgery Department.

Responsibilities include independently assisting in multidisciplinary adult patient care, diagnosing and treating neurosurgical patients in inpatient, clinic, or OR settings, performing exams, tests, and minor procedures, and participating in Telehealth and quality improvement activities.