Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

Essential Functions:The APRN or PA-C, under the supervision of the Physician(s) who acts as the collaborative practitioner(s), is responsible for:Clinical ResponsibilityPerforming health assessments including patient history and physical examinationPerforms diagnostic procedures according to privileges and maintains log.Conditions treated include but are not limited to: Anal Abscess/Fistula, Anal Cancer, Colon and Rectal Cancer, Lower GI bleeding, Crohn's Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticular Disease, Ostomy, and Intestinal fistula care.Orders, interprets, and incorporates diagnostic tests, studies, and lab values into the plan of care; evaluates effectiveness.Formulates appropriate diagnosis based on history, physical examination, and clinical findings.Plans and provides care within the framework of policies, unit guidelines and privileges.Orders pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies according to privileges.Provides ongoing patient/family and staff education.Collaborates with all members of the healthcare team including family.Documents in a timely and thorough manner.Communicates report in an efficient and complete manner.Knowledge and Skills Required:Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff, and patients.Strong communication skillsStrong medical decision-making skillsSchedule Details:Schedule Details: Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm.Inpatient & outpatient & potential for ORHospitals covered: AH OrlandoCall Required 1 weekend monthlyRequired Education & Experience:Master s degree in advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) StudiesExperience with inflammatory bowel disease and surgical care, wound, ostomy and EC fistula care (preferred)Preferred QualificationSurgical training (robotics)Spanish speakingWound Ostomy certification or trainingLicensure, Certification and Registration:Current, valid Florida PA-C or APRN licenseCurrent, valid DEA license • Certification by NCCPA, ANCC or other nationally recognized certification organizationBLS

Created: 2026-02-01