Thoracic Surgery Job at Indiana University Health in Indianapolis, IN

We are now hiring for a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to join our Thoracic Surgery department located at University Hospital in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Position Details:

• Full-time, M-F position
• Currently no weekends or holidays
• No Call
• 60% Inpatient, 40% Outpatient

Job Description and Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care across both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Outpatient responsibilities include:
  • Clinic coverage on Mondays and Wednesdays where the APP will evaluate patients pre- and post-operatively
  • Manage follow ups
  • Collaborate with surgical team to develop care plans
• Inpatient responsibilities include:
  • Conduct daily rounds
  • Manage post operative recovery
  • Perform bedside procedures such as chest tube and wound care, and also coordinate discharge planning
• Strong clinical judgement, effective communication, and the ability within a multidisciplinary team

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree Required
• ACNP, FNP, PA certification Required
• ACNP or PA with prior clinical experience in surgical services.
• Prior cardiothoracic or general thoracic experience preferred

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