Surgical NP - Obstetrics & Gynecology

MaineGeneral Health; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No on-call responsibility

CME allowance

Job summary

MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta and Waterville, Maine, seeks a surgical Nurse Practitioner to join our OB/GYN team. This full-time role blends operating room first-assist duties with inpatient rounding and strong outpatient clinic support, providing comprehensive patient care across the surgical journey.

You will collaborate with OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, and multidisciplinary staff to deliver seamless maternal care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NP or PA program eligible for Maine licensure.
• National NP/PA certification; Surgical First Assist preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of surgical first-assist experience with OB/GYN or general surgery focus.

Responsibilities

• Surgical first assisting for OB/GYN procedures.
• Pre- & Post-operative office support and assessments.
• Inpatient rounds and care coordination.
• Collaborative care with OB/GYN physicians and staff.

Skills

Surgical first assist

Inpatient rounds

Outpatient clinic

OB/Gyn procedures

Education

NP program

PA program

Tools

Da Vinci robot

Job description

MaineGeneral Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Surgical Nurse Practitioner to join our growing OB/GYN team in Augusta and Waterville, Maine. This is a full-time, dynamic position designed for an experienced surgical APP who thrives in a collaborative environment encompassing first-assist surgical responsibilities, inpatient rounding, and robust outpatient clinic support.

As an integral member of our multi-disciplinary women's health team, you will bridge the gap between surgical intervention and continuity of care. Your time will be split between the operating room, inpatient hospital units, and the outpatient clinic, ensuring exceptional patient-centered care through every phase of the patient's surgical journey.

Key Responsibilities

• Surgical First Assisting: Serve as a dedicated first assist to our OB/GYN surgeons during inpatient and outpatient operative procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities and technology (including access to the Da Vinci surgical robot). Experience with using the surgical robot, preferred.

• Pre- & Post-Operative Office Support: Conduct comprehensive outpatient and clinical assessments, consults, and workups for upcoming surgeries. Manage post-operative follow-up visits, wound care, and recovery path assessments.

• Inpatient Rounding: Perform daily rounds on surgical patients, coordinate cross-functional care plans, manage acute post-operative complications, and facilitate timely hospital discharges.

• Collaborative Care: Partner with highly collegial OB/GYN physicians, certified nurse midwives, APP's, and support staff to provide seamless maternal and gynecological healthcare.

What We Offer

Work-Life Balance: MaineGeneral is deeply committed to staff wellness, offering a Monday - Friday schedule, with dedicated administrative time and no on call responsibility, as well as generous earned time off.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive health, dental and vision package, robust retirement options with employer contributions, and malpractice coverage.

Professional Growth: General Continuing Medical Education (CME) financial allowance and dedicated time off to ensure you remain at the forefront of surgical advancements.

Requirements

Licensure: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate program with the eligibility for an active, unrestricted license to practice in the State of Maine.

Certification: National certification as an NP or PA, with active Surgical First Assist certification preferred.

Experience: Minimum of two years of direct surgical first-assisting experience is strongly preferred, with a focus on general surgery or OB/GYN procedures.