Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Trauma, Critical Care & General Surgery

Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant (np/pa)Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.Benefits HighlightsMedical: Multiple plan options.Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.Vision: Affordable plan with national network.Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.The Department of Surgery is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for a 1.0 FTE position in Trauma and General Surgery who will work in collaboration with consultants, fellows/residents, nursing and other staff to provide high-quality inpatient care. The NP/PA will maintain continuity of patient care by managing hospital admissions and discharges, as well as assist in the pre-operative and post-operative management of adult general surgery and trauma patients. While primarily hospital-based, candidates hired into this role will have the opportunity to partner with adult acute care general surgery and trauma surgeons in the management of both hospitalized and outpatient clinic patients.The division of trauma, critical care and general surgery at the Mayo clinic hospitals is well known for providing high-quality care to patients at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Our main services include emergency surgery for injured and acutely ill patients; elective surgery to adult patients. Staff surgeons perform more than 3,100 surgical procedures annually. Mayo Clinic trauma surgeons have special expertise in trauma surgery and advanced training in surgical critical care. Mayo Clinic emphasizes a team care approach. Together, the team provides high-quality care around the clock to patients in the operating room, the intensive care unit and other hospital nursing units.The Trauma, Critical Care and General Surgery NP/PA hospitalist group is seeking an individual who is interested in becoming part of a team of highly trained NP/PAs who enjoy working with a challenging group of patients in a setting that is dedicated to providing top quality care while fostering independence and empowerment. The trauma, critical care and general surgery division provides for many challenges and rewards. The NP/PA staff is empowered to assist with development and implementation of standardized patient pathways to enhance patient care delivery. There are ongoing opportunities to become involved in shaping the experience, quality and transformation of patient care at the Mayo clinic hospital, Saint Mary's campus. Provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive physical assessment; order, conduct and interpretation of diagnostic tests; assist with minor procedures; order diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; respond to acute trauma ER activations, and initiate treatment in collaboration with staff TCGS surgeons. Responsible for prescribing pharmacologic agents and treatments. Current duties do not include OR responsibilities however, there may be future opportunities for this. Educating and counseling patients, their families or significant others is an important part of the role. A high level of autonomy is expected.QualificationsMasters prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and nurse practitioner program. Current Minnesota RN license and certification, or eligible to be certified, as an FNP, ANP or AGACNP orGraduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by the NCCPA and registration as a PA by the Minnesota State Board of Medical Practice.The NP/PA must be eligible for DEA registration. BLS and ACLS are required.Internal candidates: Please submit resume, cover letter and your three most recent ePraisals in order to be considered for this position. Internal new graduates please upload 3 letters of reference from preceptors that can attest to your clinical abilities. External candidates: Please submit resume, cover letter and two letters of reference in order to be considered for this position.Previous experience in general surgery, trauma or acute care is preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Strong written and oral communication skills are required and must have demonstrated skill in working collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team.Exempt Compensation Detail $130,977.60 - $182,686.40 Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 80 Schedule Details 12-hr shifts, 6a-6p or 6p-6a Weekend Schedule 1 in 4 weekends, 2 holidays per year, and night shifts required International Assignment No