Nurse Practitioner (Weekend Coverage)

Job Description

Job Description

Department: Surgery - Acute Care Surgery & Critical Care (ACS&CC)

Schedule: Coverage on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays (12-hour shifts - hours are negotiable)
FTE: 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent

Position Overview:
This Nurse Practitioner role is designed to provide dedicated weekend support for the Acute Care Surgery (ACS&CC) team. The NP will concentrate on delivering comprehensive care for inpatients within the surgical service or ICU. Close collaboration with the residency team will be essential for weekend patient management.

• Conduct inpatient rounds and engage in clinical decision-making.
• Facilitate admissions and transfers to guarantee smooth transitions of care.
• Accurately document all patient interactions in the electronic medical record (EMR) in a timely manner.
• Assist as the first or second in the operating room.
• Coordinate patient discharges and arrange follow-up care.
• Respond to ACS&CC consults from the Emergency Department and provide prompt evaluations.
• Collaborate with attending surgeons, residents, nursing staff, and other departments.
• Support trauma and acute care protocols during critical situations.
• Participate in weekend hand-offs and care coordination meetings as necessary.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the ACS & CC team (surgeons, APPs, residents, medical students).
• Contribute to the mission of education, research, and quality improvement.

• Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current licensure in New York State and national certification (ANCC/AANP).
• BLS and ACLS certifications are mandatory.
• Willingness to obtain audit or ATLS certification.
• 1-2 years of experience is preferred; background in emergency, trauma, or acute surgical care is advantageous.
• Capability to work independently in a dynamic, high-acuity environment.
• Excellent communication and decision-making abilities.

We provide a highly competitive benefits package, which includes:

• Base salary range of $130,145-$151,836 based on academic rank, with additional incentive bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision).
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Retirement plan plus a 403(b) option.
• Annual CME allowance along with dedicated CME time.
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage.
• Employee wellness programs and mental health support.

Our organization serves as a hub for medicine, research, and medical education in New York's Capital Region, employing over 10,000 individuals.

We offer outstanding career opportunities across various roles in both patient care and administration. We value our staff and provide:

• Excellent healthcare coverage with no copay for services from our providers.
• A broad range of services and programs aimed at supporting emotional, physical, and mental well-being.

Located in the historic capital city, our organization provides a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the largest hospital in the region, as well as the only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers and children's hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at our affiliated medical college.

Our health system serves over three million individuals across 25 counties.

Interested applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and CV.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences, including women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.