What are the responsibilities and job description for the ADVANCED PRACTICE PROVIDER - GENERAL SURGERY position at Cooper Norcross Health?
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Short Description
ADVANCED PRACTICED PROVIDER (APP) - Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant - General Surgery - Camden, NJ
Assume responsibility of the Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nursing Practitioner) and provides quality care to surgery patients across the continuum in collaboration with physicians, nursing staff and other members of the care team. Functions as a clinician, educator and researcher in the outpatient and inpatient settings. Serve as a significant member of the multidisciplinary health care team in the inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
Education Requirements
Master's Degree - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is required
License/Certification Requirements
Board certification Nurse Practitioner or Board certification as Physician Assistant; Nurse Practitioner must have acute care certification. Active New Jersey License; American Heart Association ACLS/BLS and CDS/DEA
Special Requirements
Scheduled Days / Hours: Full Time; night shift with weekend rotation.