Locum - Surgery: Trauma - NP / PA

Locum - NP/PA - Trauma Surgery in Atlantic City, NJ

Join a leading healthcare facility in Atlantic City, NJ, as a Locum Advanced Practice Provider (NP with RNFA or PA) specializing in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. This position is located at a Level II Trauma Center, known for its commitment to high-quality patient care and professional support.

Immediate coverage is needed through October, with 12-hour shifts available (7 AM–7 PM or 7 PM–7 AM). Weekends and night shifts may be scheduled as needed.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide support for trauma alerts, inpatient care, operating room functions, and rounding.
• Conduct trauma alerts and surgical consultations.
• Manage admissions, rounding, and OR support for Trauma and Acute Care Surgery.
• Facilitate patient discharges, ER admissions, and participate in house codes/rapid response teams.
• Perform procedures including ventilation management, chest tube placement, central line insertion, arterial line insertion, and PICC line placement.
• Suture minor lacerations and provide non-invasive ventilatory support (BiPAP/CPAP).

Qualifications:

• NP or PA with RNFA (if NP) – [REQUIRED]
• Active New Jersey State License – [REQUIRED]
• BLS, ACLS, and ATLS or ATCN Certifications – [REQUIRED]
• Experience in Trauma and Acute Care Surgery – [REQUIRED]
• Proficiency in trauma alerts, OR support, inpatient rounding, and ER admissions – [REQUIRED]
• Experience with ventilation management and other relevant procedures – [REQUIRED]
• Experience responding to ED for trauma alerts and surgical consultations – [REQUIRED]
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR is preferred.
• Self-query NPDB (within 30 days of presentation) – [REQUIRED]

License and Certification Requirements:

• Active New Jersey State License – [REQUIRED]
• BLS Certification – [REQUIRED]
• ACLS Certification – [REQUIRED]
• ATLS or ATCN Certification – [REQUIRED]

Atlantic City, NJ, is a vibrant coastal city known for its beautiful beaches, entertainment options, and rich history. Enjoy a dynamic environment with a variety of dining, shopping, and recreational activities while contributing to the health and wellbeing of this bustling community.