Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

JOB OVERVIEW Job Title: Nurse Practitioner Liver and Pancreas SurgeryJob Type: Locum TenensLocation: Atlanta, GAService Setting: Inpatient/OutpatientCoverage Type: Clinical OnlyCoverage Period: March 2, 2026 May 29, 2026Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday Friday, 8:00a 5:00p (4 days, 10-hour shifts) COVERAGE DATESStart Date: March 2, 2026End Date: May 29, 2026Immediate assistance requested due to volume increase and leave coverage PATIENT INFORMATION Patient Demographics: AdultsPatient Volume/Census: Inpatient volume based on hospital census and approximately 1525 clinic patients per dayAdmissions: YesRounding: IncludedPhone Consults: As clinically appropriateCase Mix: Liver and pancreas surgical patients FACILITY INFORMATION Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient and clinic equipmentSpecialty Backup Available: Liver and pancreas surgical teamSupport Staff Available: Physicians, APPs, and nursing staffReason for Coverage: Volume increase and leave vacancy PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE Hospital Privileges Required: Yes COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered JOB REQUIREMENTS Licenses: Active Georgia nurse practitioner licenseBoard: National certification as Nurse PractitionerDEA: As required for inpatient and outpatient practiceCertifications: As required by Northside Hospital credentialing standardsExperience: Surgical service or inpatient APP experience preferredOther Qualifications: Ability to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provide inpatient care and rounding for liver and pancreas surgical patientsSupport outpatient clinic visits and follow-up careCoordinate care with surgical physicians and multidisciplinary teamsDocument patient encounters accurately and timely in the EMRAssist with continuity of care during periods of increased volume and staff absence

Created: 2026-03-01