Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - SICU (Rotational)

Scope of Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing health care services to patients within the parameters of a standard care agreement or supervisory organization with an attending physician member of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Collaborates with a physician(s) and other clinicians in providing a full scope of patient care. The focus is on preventive health or the management of acute and/or stable chronic conditions. Performs medical services that have been specifically authorized and directed by the credentialing body and the certifying organization through which they hold licensure.

Position Summary

The APP provides health care services to patients working in collaboration with a licensed physician member of the medical staff. Healthcare services provided include care during acute and chronic phases of illness, education, and counseling of individuals and families, health promotion and prevention, and referral to other healthcare providers and community resources when appropriate.

The Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary team. The SICU APP plays a vital role in the management of critically ill surgical patients, including those in trauma, transplant, vascular, plastics, orthopedic, burn, and general surgery services.

In this role, you will work closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and fellow APPs to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in a high-acuity, academic environment. Responsibilities include:

• Performing procedures such as central and arterial line placement
• Participating in daily rounds, patient handoffs, family meetings, and care conferences
• Engaging in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and educational activities
• Practicing at the top of your license within a supportive, team-oriented culture

This position offers exceptional opportunities for professional growth and development within a nationally recognized academic medical center.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current certificate of authority to practice as an APRN in the State of Ohio Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination of a national certifying organization recognized by the Ohio Board of Nursing Masters Degree in Nursing

OR

Masters Prepared; Graduate of a PA-C program that qualifies the graduate to sit for the certification examination recognized by the National Certification Commission for Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Eligibility for State of Ohio licensure as a PA-C

1 year of relevant experience preferred.

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION: Nursing

SUB-FUNCTION: Advanced Practice

CAREER BAND: Individual Contributor - Clinical

CAREER LEVEL: C3