Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner
Not Specified, PA, USA
- Healthcare
- nurse practitioner
- surgical care
- perioperative support
The General Nurse Practitioner in Surgery provides comprehensive perioperative and inpatient care including daily rounds, documentation, and bedside procedures. They coordinate with surgical teams, assist in operative procedures, and manage patient discharges with clear instructions. Responsibilities also include evaluating consults, supporting ER admissions, and maintaining prompt on-call response for urgent needs.
Schedule:
Monday Friday 7:00 AM 3:00 PM
On-call coverage required (30-minute response via beeper)
Floor Management
Conduct daily rounds, write progress notes, and place orders
Communicate with attendings and nursing staff regarding plans of care
Manage discharges with appropriate instructions and summaries
Perform bedside procedures (e.g., dressing changes, drain/NGT removal)
Consults & ER Admissions
Evaluate consults in the ER or on other primary services
Conduct comprehensive physical exams and communicate with on-call attending
Document evaluations and initiate appropriate orders
Operative Support
Serve as first assist in general surgery procedures (open, laparoscopic, robotic)
Assist with pre-op and post-op care
Additional Details:
Will Not Work Solo team-based support environment
EMR: Epic
On-Call: Yes (30-minute response time; beeper)
Average Admissions While On Call: 0




