NP - Liver and Pancreas Surgery

JOB OVERVIEW

• Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Liver and Pancreas Surgery

• Job Type: Locum Tenens

• Location: Atlanta, GA

• Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient

• Coverage Type: Clinical Only

• Coverage Period: March 2, 2026 – May 29, 2026

• Clinical Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00a – 5:00p (4 days, 10-hour shifts)

COVERAGE DATES

• Start Date: March 2, 2026

• End Date: May 29, 2026

• Immediate assistance requested due to volume increase and leave coverage

PATIENT INFORMATION

• Patient Demographics: Adults

• Patient Volume/Census: Inpatient volume based on hospital census and approximately 15–25 clinic patients per day

• Admissions: Yes

• Rounding: Included

• Phone Consults: As clinically appropriate

• Case Mix: Liver and pancreas surgical patients

FACILITY INFORMATION

• Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient and clinic equipment

• Specialty Backup Available: Liver and pancreas surgical team

• Support Staff Available: Physicians, APPs, and nursing staff

• Reason for Coverage: Volume increase and leave vacancy

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE

• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Licenses: Active Georgia nurse practitioner license

• Board: National certification as Nurse Practitioner

• DEA: As required for inpatient and outpatient practice

• Certifications: As required by Northside Hospital credentialing standards

• Experience: Surgical service or inpatient APP experience preferred

• Other Qualifications: Ability to work in both inpatient and outpatient settings

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide inpatient care and rounding for liver and pancreas surgical patients

• Support outpatient clinic visits and follow-up care

• Coordinate care with surgical physicians and multidisciplinary teams

• Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the EMR

• Assist with continuity of care during periods of increased volume and staff absence