Full Job Description
Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research. Learn more here.
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Hennepin Healthcare has an exciting opening for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with our Neurosurgery team. This Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide medical and surgical management of complicated neurosurgery patients in hospital and ambulatory settings. The APP will assist staff surgeons and support resident physicians as well as work independently in providing care to patients with the full spectrum of neurosurgery needs, including trauma. This position is Monday-Friday, 80 hours per pay period which will include overnight coverage for additional compensation. No operating room time and limited procedures. No weekend coverage requirements are expected at this time but could potentially change in future. RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct comprehensive and interval physical assessments of neurosurgery patients
- Help manage medically and surgically complicated Neurosurgery patients in collaboration with the Neurosurgery Team
- Order and interpret appropriate labs, radiological studies, and other tests per established criteria and monitor scheduling of patients for special tests
- Educate and inform patient and family of medical/neurosurgical condition and plan of care
- Work closely with clinic staff to ensure discharged patients are scheduled with the correct clinic provider and have the appropriate follow-up tests ordered
- Function well as a team member with residents, nurses, and APPs to assist with their education and growth
- Help develop standard work in the care of the Neurosurgery patients from leading quality improvement projects
- Actively participate in research in the department
QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing as a Nurse Practitioner or in Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program
- Current MN license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant in the State of Minnesota (or eligibility)
- Certification in the area of specialization by an agency authorized to certify professional nurses in advanced practice BLS, ACLS certification
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experienced NP or PA
- Neurosurgery Experience (APP, RN or other)
- Nurse Practitioner candidates licensed to treat both adults and pediatrics
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Team player, flexible, confident, dependable, self-starter and organized
- Ability to work well under stress in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communicator verbally and in writing
- Creative in seeking out opportunities for improvement and personal growth
- Enjoys working with a diverse population
Hennepin Healthcare is one of the few organizations in the Twin Cities with an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the growth and support of APPs. The APP Center leadership members work together to promote and advocate for the 300+ APPs at the organization. In addition to offering professional development, free ME opportunities, and ongoing communication to all APPs, the APP Center includes a lounge exclusive to APPs with a work room, conference room and snack/beverage area.
You’ve made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. Build a career with an organization that’s here for the community, transforming health and providing exceptional care with compassion. We offer great benefits, competitive salary, friendly and collaborative colleagues, and an opportunity to make a real difference. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Positions at Hennepin Healthcare are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)