"Trauma Surgery APP Locum Opportunity MinnesotaPosition OverviewA Level I Trauma Center is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide trauma surgery coverage beginning as soon as credentialed. This position primarily functions as a trauma hospitalist role, managing admitted trauma patients, participating in trauma activations, and supporting emergency department consultations.Compensation:Open ratesAssignment DetailsCoverage Period: May July (with potential for full-time coverage)Schedule:Night Shift: 7:00 PM 7:30 AMIn-house coverage onlyNo call responsibilitiesPractice SettingLevel I Adult Trauma Center with Pediatric Trauma CareInpatient Trauma ServiceEpic EMRTrauma Surgeon coverage available 24/7APP functions with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with attending trauma surgeonsClinical ResponsibilitiesRespond to trauma alerts in the Emergency DepartmentEvaluate and admit trauma patientsDaily rounding and management of admitted patientsFacilitate patient dischargesProvide comprehensive inpatient management of trauma and surgical patientsParticipate in trauma activations and emergency consultationsFollow established clinical protocols and documentation requirementsPatient PopulationAdult and adolescent patients primarilyPediatric patients may also be encounteredTypical patient age range: newborn through geriatricPatient VolumeNon-ICU census: 1014 patientsICU census: approximately 6 patientsNew admissions/ED consults: 215 patients per 24-hour periodRequired QualificationsRequiredBoard Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP or AGNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)Active Minnesota LicenseACLS CertificationATLS CertificationPALS CertificationDEAMinimum one year of inpatient APP experienceAbility to work night shifts (7p7:30a)Preferred ExperienceTrauma SurgerySurgical Critical CareIntensive Care Unit (ICU)Orthopedic TraumaPreferred Procedures & SkillsNon-Invasive Ventilation Management (BiPAP/CPAP)Mechanical Ventilation ManagementChest Tube PlacementCentral Line PlacementArterial Line PlacementMinor Laceration Repair and SuturingSupport Structure24/7 Trauma Surgeon coverageSpecialty backup available as neededCollaborative multidisciplinary trauma teamAdditional RequirementsCurrent Self-Query NPDB report required at presentationLocal candidates preferredMust meet all credentialing and certification requirements at time of submission"
