A leading healthcare facility in New Jersey is currently seeking experienced Advanced Practice Providers to join their surgical team for night shift coverage. This is a locum tenens opportunity offering flexibility and long-term assignment potential.
About the Opportunity :
- Hybrid or Remote : On-site only
- Shift : Nights
- Schedule : Prefer 2-3 shifts per week; weekends
- Setting : Inpatient, surgical unit
- Duration : Estimated 10-12 month assignment
- On-Call : None
- First Assist : Not required
- Patient Load : 40-50 patients per night with 2 APPs on higher volume days
- Additional Info : Local candidates strongly preferred; expedited credentialing possible
Responsibilities :
The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be responsible for :
Managing inpatient surgical floor patientsProviding post-operative care and consultationsPerforming wound care, including VAC dressingsManaging JP drains and NGTsManaging chest tubesPerforming vascular monitoring using Doppler for skin flap patientsQualifications :
2+ years of inpatient surgical APP experience strongly preferredMaster's degree (NP or PA)Current NJ license (Required)Active DEA and CDS (Required)Experience with :
VAC dressing application and managementChest tube and drain managementDoppler usage for vascular monitoringAbility to work independently in a fast-paced inpatient settingStrong clinical assessment and decision-making skillsExcellent communication and teamwork abilitiesDesired Skills :
Previous experience in general surgery or surgical sub-specialtiesComfortable managing higher patient volumes during heavy census periodsFamiliarity with inpatient EMR systems