Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - Neurosurgery

Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - Neurosurgery

The Neurosurgery Advanced Practice Provider (APP) plays a critical role in delivering high-quality medical and surgical care to patients undergoing cranial or spine surgery at Tampa General Hospital. The APP will work both autonomously and collaboratively, providing care in alignment with their established scope of practice. This role involves direct patient care and team collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes before, during, and after surgery. As part of the Tampa General Hospital (TGH) team, the APP will contribute to the hospital's mission, vision, and values in all aspects of patient care.

Responsibilities include consulting with residents and attendings, conducting daily rounds on neurosurgery patients, accurately documenting patient care, managing patient care before and after surgery, working closely with physicians, residents, and fellows for seamless patient care, participating in rounds with nursing and case management for smooth patient transitions, teaching and mentoring medical trainees and healthcare professionals, and acting as a resource for patients and families regarding conditions and treatment plans.

Technical knowledge, skills, and abilities include demonstrating current knowledge and level of expertise utilizing evidence and theory-based practice, infection control standards and clinical evaluations in providing care to clients in clinic or hospital-based settings, proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and electronic medical records (EMR) systems, preferably Epic, ability to multitask in a dynamic environment, strong written and oral communication skills, and outstanding customer service and conflict resolution abilities.

Qualifications include current licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Florida, Acute Care or Adult Gerontology Acute Care board certification for required for APRNs or National certification required for Physician Assistants, BLS and ACLS certification required. Preferred: Nursing background in neurology or at least one year of experience as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). Fellowship opportunity: Extremely motivated new graduates may be considered for a position in our APP fellowship program to support their transition to practice.

Primary location: Tampa. Work locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33601 Eligible for Remote Work: On Site.

Job: Advance Practice Provider. Organization: Florida Health Sciences Center Tampa General Hospital. Schedule: Full-time Scheduled Days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Shift: Variable. Job Type: On Site Shift Hours: Varies--both day 0600-1630 and Evening 1000-2030 rotation. Minimum Salary: 122,720.00.