Nurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Neurosurgery
Inside Higher Ed, Cincinnati, OH, United States
Job Overview
As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurosurgery is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?
The University of Cincinnati Department of Neurosurgery is driving the direction of how our field is practiced. As an internationally recognized program, University of Cincinnati Department of Neurosurgery is where patients and other clinicians turn to for care of complex neurosurgical issues. We are an academic leader and resource for the region because we don\'t just treat patients, we are developing better ways to do so.
A full-time (100% FTE) Nurse Practitioner - COM Intern position is available in the Department of Neurosurgery. This position will pair a post-graduate Nurse Practitioner with our surgical team gaining clinical hours and educational experience in the operating room, inpatient, and ambulatory settings.
Essential Functions
Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care team caring for patients, managing both their acute and chronic health care needs. Demonstrate proficiency in core knowledge inclusive of assessment, treatment, and coordination of patient care. Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests. Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions. Maintain accurate medical records. Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed. Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans. Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice. Participate in research and development projects. Participate in education of nurse practitioners and medical students. Perform related duties based on departmental need.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master\'s degree in Nursing and graduation from an accredited ANA approved Nurse Practitioner Program. National certification by ANCC or AANP. Acute Care certification. Current/Valid APRN license in the state of Ohio.
Required Experience
Three (3) years nursing experience. Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Sitting – Often
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) – Often
Hearing, listening – Often
Talking – Often
Standing – Often
Walking – Often
Bending – Seldom
Stooping – Seldom
Kneeling, squatting – Seldom
Reaching overhead – Seldom
Pulling, pushing – Seldom
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time; 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days); 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Additional Benefits Include
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important
To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer . Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ: 102018
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As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s faculty and providers are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Neurosurgery is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?
The University of Cincinnati Department of Neurosurgery is driving the direction of how our field is practiced. As an internationally recognized program, University of Cincinnati Department of Neurosurgery is where patients and other clinicians turn to for care of complex neurosurgical issues. We are an academic leader and resource for the region because we don\'t just treat patients, we are developing better ways to do so.
A full-time (100% FTE) Nurse Practitioner - COM Intern position is available in the Department of Neurosurgery. This position will pair a post-graduate Nurse Practitioner with our surgical team gaining clinical hours and educational experience in the operating room, inpatient, and ambulatory settings.
Essential Functions
Collaborate with interdisciplinary health care team caring for patients, managing both their acute and chronic health care needs. Demonstrate proficiency in core knowledge inclusive of assessment, treatment, and coordination of patient care. Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests. Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities. Monitor the effectiveness of interventions. Maintain accurate medical records. Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed. Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans. Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice. Participate in research and development projects. Participate in education of nurse practitioners and medical students. Perform related duties based on departmental need.
Minimum Qualifications
A Master\'s degree in Nursing and graduation from an accredited ANA approved Nurse Practitioner Program. National certification by ANCC or AANP. Acute Care certification. Current/Valid APRN license in the state of Ohio.
Required Experience
Three (3) years nursing experience. Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Sitting – Often
Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) – Often
Hearing, listening – Often
Talking – Often
Standing – Often
Walking – Often
Bending – Seldom
Stooping – Seldom
Kneeling, squatting – Seldom
Reaching overhead – Seldom
Pulling, pushing – Seldom
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:
Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information
Comprehensive Tuition Remission
UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time; 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days); 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Additional Benefits Include
Competitive salary based on experience
Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important
To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
Equal Opportunity Employer . Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.
REQ: 102018
#J-18808-Ljbffr