Lucrative Trauma Surgery Locums in Robbinsdale, MN. Open rates

Job Description

Job Description

Trauma Surgery APP Locum Opportunity – Minnesota

A Level I Trauma Center is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide trauma surgery coverage beginning as soon as credentialed. This position primarily functions as a trauma hospitalist role, managing admitted trauma patients, participating in trauma activations, and supporting emergency department consultations.

Compensation: Open rates

Assignment Details

Coverage Period: May – July (with potential for full-time coverage)

Schedule:

Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

In-house coverage only

No call responsibilities

Practice Setting

Level I Adult Trauma Center with Pediatric Trauma Care

Inpatient Trauma Service

Epic EMR

Trauma Surgeon coverage available 24/7

APP functions with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with attending trauma surgeons

Clinical Responsibilities

Respond to trauma alerts in the Emergency Department

Evaluate and admit trauma patients

Daily rounding and management of admitted patients

Facilitate patient discharges

Provide comprehensive inpatient management of trauma and surgical patients

Participate in trauma activations and emergency consultations

Follow established clinical protocols and documentation requirements

Patient Population

Adult and adolescent patients primarily

Pediatric patients may also be encountered

Typical patient age range: newborn through geriatric

Patient Volume

Non-ICU census: 10–14 patients

ICU census: approximately 6 patients

New admissions/ED consults: 2–15 patients per 24-hour period

Required Qualifications

Required

Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP or AGNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Active Minnesota License

ACLS Certification

ATLS Certification

PALS Certification

DEA

Minimum one year of inpatient APP experience

Ability to work night shifts (7p–7:30a)

Preferred Experience

Trauma Surgery

Surgical Critical Care

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Orthopedic Trauma

Preferred Procedures & Skills

Non-Invasive Ventilation Management (BiPAP/CPAP)

Mechanical Ventilation Management

Chest Tube Placement

Central Line Placement

Arterial Line Placement

Minor Laceration Repair and Suturing

Support Structure

24/7 Trauma Surgeon coverage

Specialty backup available as needed

Collaborative multidisciplinary trauma team

Additional Requirements

Current Self-Query NPDB report required at presentation

Local candidates preferred

Must meet all credentialing and certification requirements at time of submission