Preoperative Care APP — Optimize Surgeries & Outcomes

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UHA University Health Associates in Morgantown, WV is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (APRN or PA) for the Preoperative Evaluation Center. The role involves comprehensive preoperative assessments, optimization planning, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure best patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Nursing or PA degree, WV licensure or eligibility, and national certification; prior preoperative or acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree and certification required for APRN/PA roles in preoperative care.
• Licensure or eligibility to practice as NP/PA in West Virginia.
• Proven experience in preoperative and acute care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage preoperative patient care within interdisciplinary team.
• Conduct comprehensive preoperative assessments and optimization plans.
• Order tests and consults as needed and document findings in the medical record.
• Collaborate with surgical teams and hospital staff to coordinate care.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner responsibilities

Physician Assistant responsibilities

Clinical assessment

Patient optimization

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

ARC-PA approved PA program

West Virginia RN/APRN licensure

National certification (APRNs/PA)

Job description

UHA University Health Associates in Morgantown, WV is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional (APRN or PA) for the Preoperative Evaluation Center. The role involves comprehensive preoperative assessments, optimization planning, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure best patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a Master’s in Nursing or PA degree, WV licensure or eligibility, and national certification; prior preoperative or acute care experience is preferred.