Manager- Manager APP-Neuro-Ortho Trauma, FT, variable hours, some weekends

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Job ID: 000DJZ

Tupelo

NEUROSURGERY EXPENSE

Full Time - Variable

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At North Mississippi Health Services, our mission is to “continuously improve the health of the people of our region.†We aim to “provide the best patient and family-centered care and health services in America.†We believe that fulfilling our mission and vision calls us to embrace the best people who form incredible connections with our patients and families.

We take pride in celebrating everything that makes you unique-your talents, perspectives, and passions. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in connecting your passion with a purpose. You know what connected feels like when you are part of our team.

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The MANAGER- APP- ORTHO- NEURO TRAUMA at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating surgical patients while adhering to established standards and protocols. This role requires a diverse set of skills and abilities to effectively support trauma surgeons and medical teams during critical procedures, ability to think and act swiftly in high-pressure situations, understanding of trauma care protocols and procedures, and the capacity to remain calm and composed in stressful and emotionally charged environments. These abilities are essential for ensuring the highest level of care and support in a Tier 2 trauma setting.

• Supervises assesses, diagnoses, and treats surgical patients according to the scope of practice outlined by the Board of Nursing/ Physician Assistants, approved protocols, and national standards of practice as directed by the physician preceptor.
  
• Remains on call and works night, evening, weekend, and holiday rotation as business needs dictate.
  
• Functions similarly to a physician in their assigned area in the absence of such profssional.
  
• Oversees complex and simple wound closure. Wound vac management: application and removal and appropriate ordering of devices
  
• Supervise the viewing and interpretation of X-rays, CT scans, MRIs, and lab results.
  
• First and second assist in OR.
  
• Oversight of pre-op antibiotic protocol and work towards no fall outs with dosing.
  
• Collobrate with surgeons and materials management to operate OR in cost effective and budget friendly manner
  
• Collaborate with OR head nurse to help promote OR efficiency.
  
• Collaborate with nursing staff and leadership to ensure timely and safe patient care of surgery patients.
  
• Work to develop inpatient post-op order sets and nursing protocols for the following:
  
• Ambulation
  
• CAUDI prevention
  
• CLABSI prevention
  
• Incentive spirometry use
  
• Post-op pain control
  
• Decrease length of stay
  
• Decrease readmission rate
  
• Work on hypertonic saline protocols
  
• Clinic visits for seeing post op follow-ups, ER follow-ups, and new patient referrals
  
• Work with outpatient surgery administration to ensure:
  
• Timely patient follow up
  
• Accuracy of physician time off/call schedule
  
• ED referral accuracy
  

• Provides patients and/or family members with education related to the disease process, health, and wellness
  
• Performs pre and post op rounds
  
• Oversees writing of progress notes and discharge summaries
  
• Serves as a resource for community agencies as appropriate
  

• Ensures timely and accurate documentation of patient status and patient care activities including treatments, procedures, and medications prescribed
  
• Supervises viewing and interpreting xrays, CT scans, and MRIs
  
• Ordering and interpreting labs
  

• Ensure clinical competence of staff through ongoing education and training.
  
• Stay informed about changes in medical management and disseminate information to the team.
  
• Encourage participation in healthcare education activities
  

• Supervise all Surgical PA/NP employees in assigned hospital.
  
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of team members, providing regular feedback and coaching.
  
• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and workload distribution to ensure efficient operation.
  
• Oversee payroll issues and timecard approval.
  
• Responsbile for insuring all staff having update licensure and certifications.?
  
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement projects.
  
• Address and resolve any staff conflicts or issues.
  
• Memeber of APP Council.
  
• Facilitate new surgeon inpatient orientation/onboarding.
  
• Collaborate with recruitment to establish a streamline surgeon hospital tour.
  
• Maintain Surgery data management
  
• Continue to spearhead the Quarterly Surgery Service line meeting
  

• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines
  
• Supervise compliance with local, state, and federal policies, procedures, guidelines, regulations, and laws.
  

Update staff on changes in surgical protocols and regulations.

• QUALIFICATIONS
  

• Master's Degree Nursing. Required
  

• AANP - American Association Of Nurse Practitioners
  
• PA - Physician Assistant
  
• CRNFA - Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant
  

• 1-3 years. Minimum of 3 years clinical experience as an RN. Required
  
• 1-3 years. Minimum of 3 years clinical experience as an PA. Required
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication
  
• Maintains working knowledge of skills and current technology
  
• Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from neonates to geriatrics
  
• Responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients in the clinic setting
  
• Ability to work without close supervision
  
• Must be able to organize multiple tasks
  
• Must maintain control of workflow
  
• Must maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA guidelines and regulations
  
• Accurate diagnosis and treatment of patient conditions
  
• Staying abreast of health care system changes
  
• Providing quality care in the most cost efficient manner
  
• Staying abreast of current trends in medical management
  
• Patient care activities within scope of practice and as directed by physician preceptor
  

A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing. Frequently
  
• Walking. Frequently
  
• Sitting. Occassionally
  
• Lifting/Carrying. Occassionally 100 lbs
  
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
  
• Climbing. Rarely
  
• Balancing. Occassionally
  
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Occassionally
  
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occassionally
  
• Grasping. Frequently
  
• Speaking. Constantly
  
• Hearing. Constantly
  
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
  
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently
  

• Continuing Education
  
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
  
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
  
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
  
• Referral Bonuses
  
• Employee Assistance Program
  
• Medical Benefits
  
• Dental Benefits
  
• Vision Benefits
  
• License + Certification Reimbursement
  
• Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
  
• Employee Discount Program
  
• Other:
  
• Early Access to Earned Wages
  
• Tuition Assistance
  
• Relocation Assistance
  
• Paid Time Away
  
• Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers
  

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The following are requirements in addition to any stated in the above description.

• Registered Nurse First Assist and Nurse Practitioner License
  
• Registered Nurse First Assist and Physician Assistant