Nurse Practitioner General Surgery Inpatient/Outpatient
Nurse Practitioner General Surgery Inpatient/Outpatient Position Description: Provides support services and practices medicine under the supervision of a Pediatric General and Thoracic Attending Surgeon as directed by the appropriate state laws. Works in conjunction with the Surgery Attending and Residents to perform the duties required for preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care for the pediatric surgery and burn patient. Medical work-ups of inpatients and outpatients, assisting in surgical procedures, participating in provision of pre-operative work-up,… View Full Description post-operative care and follow-up, and performing other medical and surgical activities as requested. Performs duties in evaluation, treatment planning, and management of patients. Assesses patient status and identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs. Uses equipment necessary to perform tests. Participates as a team member. Provides on-call coverage, alone or in partnership with a PGY3 General Surgery Resident. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to function as an integral part of the surgical team. Read more text