Surgical Nurse Practitioner: Colorectal & General Surgery

University of South Alabama Health System; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL, is seeking a clinician to collaborate with physicians, assess patients, and develop individualized treatment plans across inpatient and clinic settings. The role includes managing post-operative care, documenting thoroughly, and ensuring patient safety with adherence to infection control standards.

Ideal candidates hold an NP or PA license in Alabama and can coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team, while providing counseling and education to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing and completion of an approved nurse practitioner training program required.
• NPC-certified Nurse Practitioner or licensed Nurse Practitioner required; PA licensure within 60 days may be substituted.
• Alabama licensure to practice as NP/PA within 60 days required; comparable education/experience may substitute.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physician to deliver high-quality healthcare.
• Performs thorough patient assessments and develops treatment plans.
• Evaluates postoperative patients in clinic; monitors progress.
• Maintains accurate medical records and documentation.
• Responds to emergencies and coordinates care with interdisciplinary team.
• Provides patient education and counseling to meet needs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Discretion and judgment

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing + NP training

Physician Assistant training

Alabama NP/RN license or PA licensure

Job description

USA Health in Mobile, AL, is seeking a clinician to collaborate with physicians, assess patients, and develop individualized treatment plans across inpatient and clinic settings. The role includes managing post-operative care, documenting thoroughly, and ensuring patient safety with adherence to infection control standards.

Ideal candidates hold an NP or PA license in Alabama and can coordinate care with an interdisciplinary team, while providing counseling and education to patients and families.