Advanced Practice Provider - NP or PA - Trauma Surgery - Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital

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Key Responsibilities

Demonstrates sufficient fundamental proficiency in behaviors that reflect a commitment to continuous professional development, ethical practice,

Requirements Summary

Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring.

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Nurse PractitionerHealthcare Clinical

VUH Advanced Practice Provider

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a key member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, collaborating closely with physicians and other care providers to manage a distinct patient population in the inpatient acute care setting. Working with hospitalized patients, the APP provides specialized care and supports the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based medical services. This role requires a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and clinical education, with the APP responsible for adhering to established clinical pathways and protocols to ensure safe and effective patient care. The APP will demonstrate advanced medical knowledge, clinical and technical competence, sound clinical judgment, and professional communication skills. In addition, the APP is accountable for timely and compliant documentation and actively participates in professional development and competency validation to maintain high standards of care.

Are you an experienced Advanced Practice Provider looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing service? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy practicing at full scope, and relish the opportunity to shape the future of a dynamic surgical unit? If so, Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital’s Trauma Surgery team wants YOU!

SHIFT - Rotating weekly schedule
Potential exists to flex to midday or night shifts as the service may require for coverage.
Weekend Rotation: Gain work-life balance with a weekend rotation every 3rd or 4th weekend (Saturday/Sunday).
Autonomy and Full-Scope Practice: Vanderbilt empowers its APPs to practice at their highest level. You’ll have the autonomy to make meaningful clinical decisions while working closely with a collaborative care team.
Opportunity for Procedures and OR Time: Expand your skill set with hands-on opportunities for procedures. As the service grows, there is potential for operating room involvement.
Shape the Future: Join a busy and growing service where your expertise will directly contribute to the development and growth of the Trauma Surgery program. Be part of something bigger and help build a robust service that provides life-saving care to the community.
Professional Growth: Vanderbilt is committed to advancing the careers of its providers. The growth of this unit offers abundant professional opportunities to lead, innovate, and expand your expertise.

Position: Advanced Practice Provider – Trauma Surgery
- Pre and post-op care of trauma surgery and general surgery patients with potential for OR time in the future as the service grows.
Location: Vanderbilt Wilson County Hospital
Schedule: Rotating weekly schedule. Flexibility to work other shifts when needed. Weekend rotation every 3rd or 4th weekend.
Service Type: Level 3 Trauma Service (Joint Trauma Surgery & General Surgery)

At Vanderbilt, you’ll join a team driven by a shared mission to provide outstanding care and improve lives. If you’re ready to build your career while making a difference in the lives of patients and families, apply today!

Responsibilities

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Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Requirements

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Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Licensed Nurse Practitioner - Tennessee, LIC-Physician's Assistant Certified - Tennessee, LIC-Registered Nurse - Tennessee

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

Master's

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Vanderbilt Health, supported by a comprehensive benefits package which may include health, disability, retirement and/or wellness offerings to enhance your well-being and professional growth.

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.