Womens Health Gyn - Nurse Practitoner (APRN) or Physician Assistant

Job description

Location:
Connecticut

Connecticut offers a dynamic blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and exceptional quality of life, making it an outstanding place to live and work. With its proximity to major metropolitan areas like New York City and Boston, Connecticut provides the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city accessibility.

Facility:
This well-respected medical facility is part of one of the largest healthcare systems in Connecticut, nationally recognized for patient care and personalized coordinated care. With over 300 Advanced Practitioners on campus, the facility has developed a dedicated Office of Advanced Practice to provide operational support, professional development, continuing education opportunities, and a comprehensive and competitive compensation structure.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practitioners - Surgery

Job Details:

• Provide quality, holistic, and cost-effective advanced practice care for patients and families in the women's health department
• Primary responsibility includes surgical first assisting for gynecologic procedures, including minimally invasive, robotic, vaginal, and open surgeries
• Provide patient management and consultative services on Women's Health surgical units
• Deliver pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients
• Conduct inpatient and emergency department consultations
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and other departments, including the Emergency Department
• Work closely with UCONN Obstetrics and Gynecology residents as part of the women's health inpatient services
• Schedule consists of four 10-hour shifts Monday through Friday, 6a-4p or 8a-6p
• Some flexibility required several times a year to cover evening hours for resident events such as educational retreats, in-service exams, and graduation
• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or APRN Program required
• Current Connecticut PA/APRN license required
• Board Certified or Board Eligible required (certification must be accomplished within 3 months of hire if eligible)
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's preferred for PA position and required for APRN position
• Prior experience in women's health services strongly recommended
• Candidates with demonstrated experience assisting in the operating room and managing perioperative surgical patients are encouraged to apply