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Jackson + Coker
Neurosurgery NP Locums Job in California | 10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days/Week | Beginning ASAP - Ongoing
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What they do
A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$148,975 / year median in California
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Neurosurgery NP Locums Job in California | 10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days/Week | Beginning ASAP
- Ongoing Jackson + Coker
- 3.6 Fairfield, CA Job Details Locum tenens 1 day ago Benefits On-the-job training Qualifications Cerner DEA License Advanced practice provider Computer skills Full Job Description Neurosurgery NP Locums Job in California | 10 Hour Shifts, 4 Days/Week | Beginning ASAP
- Ongoing | Assignment #116722 Coverage Details
- Beginning ASAP once credentialed, ongoing coverage
- Inpatient and outpatient setting Shift Description
- 10-hour day shifts
- 4 days per week
- No weekend coverage required
- Day off will vary based on operational needs Requirements
- APA-accredited Physician Assistant program or ACNP equivalent
- Current AAPA National Board Certification
- California DEA certification
- California licensed candidates preferred
- Cerner experience and strong computer skills required Procedures Required
- Being familiar with ICU neurosurgery care, including managing EVDs and surgical drains, ICP monitors, lumbar drains, minor bedside procedures, and general critical care neurological concepts will be beneficial.
- Preferable 2 years of neurosurgical PA/NP experience in both clinic and inpatient setting recommended, although all applicants invited to ply. On the job training will be provided. Assignment Details
- Heavy emphasis on spine care
- Hospital rounds in the ICU and surgical unit
- Daily note writing, surgical assisting, discharges, inpatient consults, and care coordination
- Clinical volume: 15-20 patients per shift
- Surgical volume: 2-3 cases per day
- Inpatient census typically under 20 patients
- Patient population includes adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
- Support staff includes Medical Assistant
- Team consists of 3 neurosurgeons, additional on-call neurosurgeons for backfill coverage, and 2 Physician Assistants
- On-site orientation required prior to first shift
The Jackson and Coker Advantage:
- Join a team that prioritizes your peace of mind so you can focus on patient care.
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