Advance Practice Provider (APP)- Inpatient Surgery Trauma ICU

Inpatient Trauma & Trauma/Surgical ICU Advanced Practice Provider (APP)

Position Overview: Inpatient Trauma/Trauma & Surgical ICU Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers direct patient care consistent with the APP’s education, experience, and certification, in collaboration with the attending Trauma Surgery physicians. This includes a fast-paced and dynamic environment, you will have the opportunity to provide advanced, evidence-based care to critically ill patients. The APP will be expected to have a thorough understanding of trauma care and management, including advanced skills in assessment, diagnosis and treatment of acute and critically ill patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Trauma attending physicians, general surgery residents, and APPs to complete daily rounds on the trauma and surgical floors and in the intensive care unit (ICU).
• Collecting data and interpreting laboratory and imaging results in developing and document assessments and care plans.
• Working collaboratively with surgeons, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams, the APP manages complex postoperative and medically fragile patients across a wide range of surgical specialties, including trauma, acute care surgery, transplant, vascular, and general surgery.
• Perform bedside procedures for both surgical and non-surgical patients
• Work with the team to complete timely documentation and carry out care plans effectively.
• Partner with Trauma APPs, Trauma attendings, surgical residents, nursing, physical, occupational and speech therapies, social work and case management to develop disposition plans with a multidisciplinary team approach.
• Respond to trauma cases in the resuscitation bay, perform trauma survey assessments, and stabilize high-acuity patients in accordance with Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) guidelines.
• Promote consumer, family, and community health through preventative health care actions and patient advocacy.
• Uphold the mission, vision, values, and customer service standards of The MetroHealth System.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited master’s degree program for:
  • Physician Assistant (PA)
  • Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
  • Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or equivalent grandfathered certification.
• National certification through NCCPA, ANCC, or AACN.
• Licensure:
  • PA: License through the State Medical Board of Ohio.
  • NP: License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and Registered Nurse (RN) through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Eligibility for federal DEA registration.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Advance Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Additional advanced life support certifications (as applicable to practice area) obtained within 180 days of hire.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and aseptic practices.
• Meet requirements for clinical privileges in the specialty/department with The MetroHealth System and apply for privileges at the time of hire.
• Maintain a standard care arrangement or supervision agreement as required by Ohio law.

Preferred Qualifications (preferred but not required for otherwise qualified       candidates):

• One year of Advanced Practice Provider experience
• Experience in trauma surgery or critical care settings
• Proficiency in procedural skills such as central and arterial line placement, ventilator management, chest tube placement, laceration repair and FAST exams
• Preference will be given to qualified candidates with an interest in working consistent night shifts. Candidates who commit to a straight night-shift schedule will be eligible for an additional night-shift incentive.

Additional Notes:

Other department-specific qualifications for providers will be addressed through             the Certificate of Authority and credentialing process.

Work Environment:

The APP will work at Cleveland’s most experienced Level 1 Trauma Center at MetroHealth’s primary facility in Cleveland. This role requires adaptability, flexibility in scheduling, and a commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality care across diverse clinical settings. The position includes day shift coverage, with potential for night shift coverage based on staffing needs. Holiday and weekend coverage is required. Shifts may vary but primarily will be 12 hours length.

About The MetroHealth System:

The MetroHealth System is a nationally recognized public health care system committed to providing outstanding care to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. As one of the largest, most comprehensive health systems in Northeast Ohio, MetroHealth operates an integrated network of hospitals, health centers, and outpatient clinics. The organization is dedicated to fostering innovation, improving community health, and advancing medical education and research. Learn more at www.metrohealth.org.

MetroHealth’s Trauma Center:

MetroHealth’s Trauma Center is Cleveland's most experienced Level 1 Adult Trauma Center, known for delivering cutting-edge, lifesaving care to critically injured patients. The center’s multidisciplinary approach ensures seamless collaboration between trauma surgeons, specialists, and advanced practice providers. Recognized for its excellence in trauma care, MetroHealth’s Trauma Center plays a vital role in the region, serving as a leader in trauma education, research, and outreach programs designed to enhance injury prevention and improve outcomes for the community.

Interested candidates should reach out to

Tania Rizwan -Provider Recruitment via email trizwan@metrohealth.org

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