APP - General Surgery - Overnight Acute Care

Johns Hopkins Hospital
US - Maryland - Baltimore
May 20, 2025
Medical

Job Title:APP for General Surgery Overnight

Location:Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD

Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Advanced Practice Provider, Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to join our esteemed General Surgery team. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) will provide exceptional care to patients in the general surgery unit during overnight shifts, working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standards of patient care.

Responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive assessments of general surgery patients, including history taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals.
Provide advanced clinical care, including post-operative management, wound care, and other necessary procedures.
Monitor patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient response.
Respond to emergencies and provide critical care support as needed.
Educate patients and their families on surgical procedures, post-operative care, and discharge instructions.
Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure continuity of care from admission through discharge and follow-up.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research projects.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications:

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing or Masters in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Maryland.
National certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA).
Minimum of 2 years of experience in general surgery or critical care.
Advanced clinical skills in surgical care, including post-operative management and emergency response.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Certification in Surgical Nursing or relevant specialty.
Bilingual proficiency.

Working Conditions:

Full-time position with overnight shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials, and high-stress situations.

Compensation:

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
$20,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, and cover letter through the Johns Hopkins Hospital career portal.

Salary Range: Minimum 53.15 per hour - Maximum 82.38 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.

In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

JHM prioritizes the health and well-being of every employee. Come be healthy at Hopkins!

Diversity and Inclusion are Johns Hopkins Medicine Core Values. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

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