Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner — On-Call, Flexible Shifts

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC-El Paso) seeks a Nurse Practitioner specialized in neurosurgery. The role involves responding to consults, admissions, and provider rounds, and managing orders for perioperative care.

Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries after RN First Assistant certification and coordinating communications with patients and families. Candidates should be flexible with shifts, on-call, and compliant with HIPAA and billing policies.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of neurosurgical patient care standards.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities across teams.
• Ability to build effective relationships with physicians and multidisciplinary staff.
• Ability to work with diverse patient populations and adapt to change.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage time efficiently.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills for progress updates.
• Ability to read and follow English instructions and safety notes.

Aufgaben

• Respond promptly to neurosurgical consults and admissions.
• Enter orders for admission, pre/postoperative care and consults.
• Prepare patients for surgery and assist with surgical procedures as needed.
• Coordinate rounds with providers and ensure HIPAA and billing compliance.
• Maintain clear communication with families and patients; be flexible with shifts and on-call duties.

Kenntnisse

Neurosurgery knowledge

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Flexibility and adaptability

Interpersonal and negotiation skills

Time management

Reading comprehension (English)

ACLS certification or plan to obtain

Ausbildung

Master of Science in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)

Jobbeschreibung

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC-El Paso) seeks a Nurse Practitioner specialized in neurosurgery. The role involves responding to consults, admissions, and provider rounds, and managing orders for perioperative care.

Responsibilities include assisting in surgeries after RN First Assistant certification and coordinating communications with patients and families. Candidates should be flexible with shifts, on-call, and compliant with HIPAA and billing policies.