Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner (C), Trauma/SICU - Troy

General Summary Under the general guidance of the medical director, the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with diseases and adverse health conditions following the written guidelines approved by the department. The Troy Trauma/SICU team is a collaborative, supportive group of APPs and physicians dedicated to patient care excellence for injured and critically ill patients. As one of the busiest Level II Trauma Centers in the state of Michigan, we treat a wide range of traumatic injuries and acute illnesses, and pride ourselves on exceptional patient outcomes. APPs on this service are trained to manage patients from door to discharge. We offer educational and training opportunities for APPs interested in performing bedside procedures, point‑of‑care ultrasound, and rapid assessment of critically injured patients. The Troy Trauma/SICU team is seeking APPs who are hard‑working, proactive, and who are interested in a rewarding career where they can practice at the top of their scope within a supportive team of APPs and physicians. Benefits Generous paid time off, holidays and flexible scheduling Employees receive special discounts on a wide range of products and services Exceptional health, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance plans Relocation assistance Savings & retirement plans, disability insurance, identity theft protection and home and auto insurance Free onsite parking at all of our campuses Essential Duties Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic studies. Recognizes deviations from normal in the physical assessment and works in collaboration with a physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow‑up. Writes prescriptions for medication, blood products based upon laboratory results, routine diagnostic and follow‑up studies, therapeutic measures, and post‑discharge care in accordance with written practice protocols. Determines eligibility of patients for entry into clinical trials based on findings. Requests written consultation from physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate and quality patient care. Interprets and evaluates findings of studies/tests. Relays appropriate information regarding patient care to the collaborating physician. Administers therapeutic measures and obtains specimens as prescribed. Evaluates the quality of care provided and recommends changes for improvement. Initiates appropriate actions to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic plans that are consistent with the continuing healthcare needs of the client. Dictates follow‑up letters to referring physicians with summaries of treatment, response, and plan. Maintains provision of preventive health services (e.g. screening, risk assessment, immunizations, PAP smears, self‑breast exam). Dictates or writes patient history, admissions, care plans, progress, and discharge notes. Interacts with program assistants and data managers for optimal patient care. Assists in the management of family dynamics and coping mechanisms during acute and chronic phases of patient care. Conducts or participates in daily multidisciplinary rounds and ensures appropriate and quality care for assigned patient. Provides on‑call coverage. Performs patient triage and determines the urgency of physician’s evaluation. Provides symptom management for side effects related to oncologic treatment. Standard Qualifications Master’s Degree in Nursing or a Master’s in Physician Assistant studies. Work Experience 1 to 3 years’ experience as an Advanced Practice Provider in an ICU, Trauma or General Surgery setting, preferred. Will consider highly motivated new grads that have completed an ICU, Trauma or General Surgery clinical rotation. Certification, Licensure, Registration State of Michigan Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant license required. AHA/ARC BLS certification required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team. Location & Placement Primary Site: Troy Hospital – 44201 Dequindre Rd – Troy, MI Department Hospitalists APPs – Medical Group East WB Mkt Employment Details Employment Type: Full time Shift: Variable (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 Hours of Work: Shifts vary Days Worked: Days vary Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends #J-18808-Ljbffr Corewell Health