Surgical NP/PA: General Surgery, OR & Postop Care

Essentia Health; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Wellness resources

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support a busy General Surgery team. The role involves surgical assistance, patient education, and coordinating pre- and post-op care with physicians and colleagues.

The candidate must hold NP or PA licensure in the appropriate state, CPR certification, and national certification, with Essentia credentialing completed before practice. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the appropriate state.
• Current NP license in the appropriate state.
• Current PA license in the appropriate state.
• CPR certification.
• National certification in applicable area.
• Credentialing through Essentia Health prior to practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist General Surgeons in the operating room as Surgical Assistant.
• Provide pre-op and post-op patient education.
• Coordinate diagnostic studies, consultations, and procedures.
• Manage post-op care, rounds, and discharge planning; family education.
• Support evening and weekend call coverage.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Customer service

Education

Nurse Practitioner license

Physician Assistant license

RN license

National certification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support a busy General Surgery team. The role involves surgical assistance, patient education, and coordinating pre- and post-op care with physicians and colleagues.

The candidate must hold NP or PA licensure in the appropriate state, CPR certification, and national certification, with Essentia credentialing completed before practice. Strong customer service and teamwork are essential.