Trauma Surgery APP Locum Opportunity – Minnesota
A Level I Trauma Center is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide trauma surgery coverage beginning as soon as credentialed. This position primarily functions as a trauma hospitalist role, managing admitted trauma patients, participating in trauma activations, and supporting emergency department consultations.
Compensation: Open rates
Assignment Details
Coverage Period: May – July (with potential for full-time coverage)
Schedule
Night Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
In-house coverage only
No call responsibilities
Practice Setting
Level I Adult Trauma Center with Pediatric Trauma Care
Inpatient Trauma Service
Epic EMR
Trauma Surgeon coverage available 24/7
APP functions with a high degree of autonomy while collaborating with attending trauma surgeons
Clinical Responsibilities
Respond to trauma alerts in the Emergency Department
Evaluate and admit trauma patients
Daily rounding and management of admitted patients
Facilitate patient discharges
Provide comprehensive inpatient management of trauma and surgical patients
Participate in trauma activations and emergency consultations
Follow established clinical protocols and documentation requirements
Patient Population
Adult and adolescent patients primarily
Pediatric patients may also be encountered
Typical patient age range: newborn through geriatric
Patient Volume
Non-ICU census: 10–14 patients
ICU census: approximately 6 patients
New admissions/ED consults: 2–15 patients per 24-hour period
Required Qualifications
Required
Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP or AGNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Active Minnesota License
ACLS Certification
ATLS Certification
PALS Certification
DEA
Minimum one year of inpatient APP experience
Ability to work night shifts (7p–7:30a)
Preferred Experience
Trauma Surgery
Surgical Critical Care
Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Orthopedic Trauma
Preferred Procedures & Skills
Non-Invasive Ventilation Management (BiPAP/CPAP)
Mechanical Ventilation Management
Chest Tube Placement
Central Line Placement
Arterial Line Placement
Minor Laceration Repair and Suturing
Support Structure
24/7 Trauma Surgeon coverage
Specialty backup available as needed
Collaborative multidisciplinary trauma team
Additional Requirements
Current Self-Query NPDB report required at presentation
Local candidates preferred
Must meet all credentialing and certification requirements at time of submission