NP/PA Surgery - Urology

Trinity Health MI; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is seeking a Urology NP/PA to deliver clinical care under urology surgeons and the APP team. You will coordinate care plans, follow orders, and participate in all phases of patient care within established protocols.

The role requires active Michigan NP/PA licensure, an ACNP-focused nursing master’s, and PA licensure, with responsibilities spanning inpatient, ER, and consult services.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in clinical nursing with acute care focus.
• Current RN and Nurse Practitioner license in Michigan.
• Graduation from ARC-PA accredited PA program.
• Active Michigan PA license/certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for Urology patients within protocols and evidence-based practice.
• Coordinate care plans with physicians, APP team, and care units.
• Assist with triage, orders, and communication of results to providers.
• Document progress and discharge planning in collaboration with the team.

Education

Master’s Degree in clinical nursing (ACNP)

RN and NP licensure in Michigan

ARC-PA accredited PA program

Physician Assistant license in Michigan

Job description

Description

The Urology NP/PA provides health care services under the direction of collaborating Urology surgeons under the direction of Advanced Practice Professional team (APP). Under the direction of the surgeon and APP team the NP/PA is responsible for coordinating the health care plan for the assigned patient population by collaborating with consulting physicians and health care professionals. The NP/PA carries out physician orders and maintains the continuum of care through the coordination and integration of all phases of patient care, guided by progress notes, consults, care plans, critical pathways, managed care guidelines, best practice protocols, evidenced based care, and the utilization review processes. In partnership with the supervising physician the NP/PA evaluates care based on quality and core measures, access and cost effectiveness. The NP/PA contributes to excellence in patient care by focusing on age specific, developmental and spiritual needs and serving as a role model in patient care, consulting, teaching, and leadership.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Night Shift

Description

The Urology NP/PA provides health care services under the direction of collaborating Urology surgeons under the direction of Advanced Practice Professional team (APP). Under the direction of the surgeon and APP team the NP/PA is responsible for coordinating the health care plan for the assigned patient population by collaborating with consulting physicians and health care professionals. The NP/PA carries out physician orders and maintains the continuum of care through the coordination and integration of all phases of patient care, guided by progress notes, consults, care plans, critical pathways, managed care guidelines, best practice protocols, evidenced based care, and the utilization review processes. In partnership with the supervising physician the NP/PA evaluates care based on quality and core measures, access and cost effectiveness. The NP/PA contributes to excellence in patient care by focusing on age specific, developmental and spiritual needs and serving as a role model in patient care, consulting, teaching, and leadership.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Clinical care for Urology patients: Formulates and implements medical and nursing plans of care for acute management of all Urology (inpatient, emergency department, and consult) patients with collaborating physicians. Assists with evaluation and triage of emergency room patients. Provides direct clinical services for Urology patients according to established protocols, using evidence-based practice and clinical practice standards, under the supervision of the collaborating physicians. Orders appropriate diagnostic and laboratory data under the direction of the supervising physician and communicates results to physicians and other health care providers. Assesses changes in patient status and institutes routine and emergency interventions to stabilize patients under the direction of the supervising physician and APP team. Documents plan of care and patient progress in medical records and narrative summaries. Evaluates and documents patient outcomes and revises the plan under the direction of collaborating physicians in association with other specialty consultants. Helps facilitates discharge planning along with patients, families, other members of the health care team and referral agencies.

Required Education, Experience And Certification/Licensure

NP Education:
Master’s Degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program with emphasis on area of certification/licensure.
NP Licensure:
Current Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Michigan.
PA Education:
Requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited PA program.
PA Licensure:
Current License/Certification as Physician Assistant with the State of Michigan.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.