A well-known healthcare group is looking for an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join their Trauma and Acute Care Surgery team. This is a full-time night position (7 PM to 7 AM) in a respected hospital that helps many patients with serious injuries.
Shift(s) Description
12-hour overnight shifts, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
Job Duties
- Provide care for trauma and surgery patients during the night.
- Evaluate patients, order tests, and create treatment plans.
- Take care of patients who have had emergencies or surgery while they are in the hospital.
- Assist surgeons with procedures and ongoing care for patients.
- Work independently but also work with doctors and other healthcare team members.
- Keep records of all patient care using Epic EMR (an electronic health record system).
- Follow hospital rules and regulations.
- Ensure patient safety and quality care.
Important Notes
- No temporary or part-time jobs available.
- Fresh graduates cannot apply. You need at least two years of experience in trauma surgery or have completed a surgical fellowship.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nursing from an approved Nurse Practitioner program. [REQUIRED]
- Nurse Practitioner Certification from ANCC or AANPCB. [REQUIRED]
- A valid license to practice in Colorado. [REQUIRED]
- Eligible to apply for DEA and Medicare/Medicaid. [REQUIRED]
- Clean record with no malpractice issues. [REQUIRED]
- No legal sanctions or exclusions from health departments. [PREFERRED]
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. [REQUIRED]
- Experience in trauma surgery (2 years preferred) or completion of a surgical fellowship is highly preferred. [PREFERRED]
Certifications Needed
- ANCC Certification
- BLS Certification
- Board Certified
- DEA Certification
State License Requirements
You need to have a Nurse Practitioner License in Colorado and the required certifications for BLS.