Trauma Night NP: Overnight Care Leader

The MetroHealth System; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma Night Nurse Practitioner to provide overnight, high-acuity trauma care in a Level 1 center. You will collaborate with trauma surgeons, residents, and APPs to manage patients through assessment, stabilization, and care planning.

You will perform bedside procedures, coordinate with the surgical team, and ensure timely documentation while supporting patient education and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in AGACNP/ACNP or equivalent.
• National certification through ANCC or AACN.
• Ohio APRN license and RN license.
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration.
• BLS certification by American Heart Association or within 90 days of hire.
• ATLS certification within 180 days of hire.
• Additional advanced life support certifications per practice area.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Trauma attendings, residents, and APPs for overnight trauma care.
• Perform initial and ongoing trauma assessments with labs, imaging, and data review.
• Respond to trauma activations in resuscitation bay and stabilize high-acuity patients.
• Independently evaluate and escalate care as patient status changes.
• Perform bedside procedures for surgical and non-surgical trauma patients.
• Provide overnight management across the trauma service, including post-op care.
• Coordinate with surgical teams on operative and non-operative plans.
• Document orders and care plans promptly and accurately.
• Assist with patient disposition and communications with consulting services.
• Educate patients and families; uphold MetroHealth mission and standards.

Skills

Sterile technique

ATLS certification

Education

Master's degree in AGACNP/ACNP

National certification (ANCC/AACN)

Ohio NP/RN licensure

DEA registration eligibility

BLS certification

ATLS certification

Advanced life support requirements

Job description

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma Night Nurse Practitioner to provide overnight, high-acuity trauma care in a Level 1 center. You will collaborate with trauma surgeons, residents, and APPs to manage patients through assessment, stabilization, and care planning.

You will perform bedside procedures, coordinate with the surgical team, and ensure timely documentation while supporting patient education and family engagement.