Trauma Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Night Shift

Society of Critical Care Medicine; Cleveland, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The MetroHealth System in Cleveland is seeking a Trauma Night Nurse Practitioner to deliver direct overnight trauma care in a high-acuity Level 1 center. You will work with Trauma Surgery attendings, residents, and multidisciplinary teams to assess, stabilize, and manage trauma patients, ensuring high-quality care across the trauma service.

Role emphasizes independent evaluation, rapid response to activations, and collaboration for operative and non-operative plans.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master's degree program for AGACNP or ACNP or equivalent grandfathered certification.
• National certification through ANCC or AACN.
• Licensure as NP and RN through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• ATLS certification obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Additional advanced life support certifications as applicable within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Trauma attending physicians, surgical residents and Trauma APPs for overnight trauma care.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments with labs, imaging, and clinical data to plan treatment.
• Respond to trauma activations and stabilize high-acuity patients per ATLS guidelines.
• Independently evaluate changes in clinical status and escalate care when needed.
• Perform bedside procedures for trauma patients and provide overnight management across the trauma service.
• Coordinate pre- and post-operative management with surgical teams.
• Document orders and care plans timely; assist with disposition and coordination of care.
• Promote patient and family education, advocacy, and engagement throughout care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Overnight patient care

Team collaboration

ATLS certification

DEA registration eligibility

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (AGACNP/ACNP) or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview:

The Trauma Nurse Practitioner (NP) delivers direct patient care consistent with the NP's education, experience, and certification, in collaboration with the attending Trauma Surgery physicians. This includes the diagnosis, management, and referral of health care issues specific to Trauma. The NP will provide comprehensive overnight management of adult trauma patients in a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center environment.

The Trauma Night NP will primarily provide overnight coverage for patients admitted to the Trauma Service, respond to trauma activations, and assist with the evaluation and management of acute changes in patient condition. This role provides an opportunity to practice at the highest level of an NP's training while caring for a diverse and complex trauma population. The Trauma Night NP will remain separate from the Trauma/Surgical ICU APP team and will not be responsible for routine ICU coverage or management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Trauma attending physicians, surgical residents and Trauma APPs to provide comprehensive overnight care for trauma patients.
• Perform initial and ongoing assessments of trauma patients, including review and interpretation of laboratories, imaging, and clinical data to develop and document appropriate assessments and treatment plans.
• Respond to trauma activations in the resuscitation bay, perform trauma survey assessments, and stabilize high-acuity patients in accordance with Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) guidelines.
• Independently evaluate and manage changes in clinical status, including recognition of patient deterioration and escalation of care when appropriate.
• Perform bedside procedures for surgical and non-surgical trauma patients.
• Provide overnight management of patients across the trauma service, including the trauma floor.
• Provide pre- and post-operative management of trauma patients and collaborate with the surgical team regarding operative and non-operative treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively with Trauma Surgery attendings, residents, nursing, intensivists, and other multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care.
• Complete timely documentation, orders, and implementation of care plans.
• Assist with patient disposition and coordination of care, including communication with consulting services and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote patient and family education, advocacy, and engagement throughout the trauma care process.
• Uphold the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited master's degree program for:
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or equivalent grandfathered certification.
• National certification through, ANCC, or AACN.
• Licensure:
  • NP: License as an Nurse Practitioner (APRN) and Registered Nurse (RN) through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Advance Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Additional advanced life support certifications (as applicable to practice area) obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and aseptic practices.
• Meet requirements for clinical privileges in the specialty/department with The MetroHealth System and apply for privileges at the time of hire.
• Maintain a standard care arrangement or supervision agreement as required by Ohio law.

Preferred Qualifications (preferred but not required for otherwise qualified candidates):

• One year of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Experience in trauma surgery, emergency general surgery, surgical critical care, or another acute care setting.
• Experience caring for high-acuity trauma or critically ill patients.
• Proficiency in procedural skills such as central and arterial line placement, ventilator management, chest tube placement, laceration repair, and FAST exams.
• Experience managing trauma patients in a Level 1 trauma center.

Additional Notes:

Other department-specific qualifications for providers will be addressed through the Certificate of Authority and credentialing process.

Work Environment:

The NP will work at The MetroHealth System's primary facility in Cleveland, home to Cleveland's most experienced Level 1 Adult Trauma Center. This position is specifically designed to provide overnight trauma coverage in a high-acuity, fast-paced clinical environment. This position is primarily focused on nightshift coverage, with holidays and weekend coverage required.

The role requires adaptability, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to work independently while maintaining close collaboration with Trauma Surgery attendings, residents, and multidisciplinary team members.

About The MetroHealth System:

The MetroHealth System is a nationally recognized public health care system committed to providing outstanding care to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. As one of the largest, most comprehensive health systems in Northeast Ohio, MetroHealth operates an integrated network of hospitals, health centers, and outpatient clinics. The organization is dedicated to fostering innovation, improving community health, and advancing medical education and research. Learn more at www.metrohealth.org.

MetroHealth's Trauma Center:

MetroHealth's Trauma Center is Cleveland's most experienced Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, known for delivering cutting-edge, lifesaving care to critically injured patients. The center's multidisciplinary approach ensures seamless collaboration between trauma surgeons, specialists, and advanced practice providers. Recognized for its excellence in trauma care, MetroHealth's Trauma Center plays a vital role in the region, serving as a leader in trauma education, research, and outreach programs designed to enhance injury prevention and improve outcomes for the community.

Interested candidates should reach out to

Tania Rizwan -Provider Recruitment via email [e-mail]

Contact Information

Tania Rizwan -Provider Recruitment via email [e-mail]