NURSE PRACTITIONER (APRN)- Surgical Services

Responsibilities

• Nurse Practitioner (APRN)- Surgical Services
• This opportunity is a full time with 40 hours a week. Full Benefits
• Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida.

It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization.

Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.

Role and Responsibilities

The Surgical Services Nurse Practitioner is a clinical expert in the management of individuals and groups of surgical patients. He / she will manage resources to attain high-quality, cost-effective care ensuring continuity between clinical practice and standards of care.

The Surgical Services Nurse Practitioner has acquired knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to provide the surgical team with assistance within the Operating Room and other similar settings.

The development of specific technical skills enables the Surgical Services Nurse Practitioner to assist the surgeon with specific intraoperative procedures.

The scope of practice includes utilization of nursing process in performing comprehensive preoperative patient care management, intraoperative surgical first assisting and postoperative patient care management.

Intraoperatively, Surgical Services Nurse Practitioner functions interdependently with the surgeon and applies knowledge, skill, and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation that yields optimal results for the patient.

The Surgical Services NP possesses a wealth of knowledge concerning applicable standards, guidelines, and regulations and uses this knowledge to analyze, direct and facilitate the preoperative, intra operative, and postoperative phases of superior surgical patient care.

The Surgical Services NP may interview clients, obtain and record health histories, perform physical and development assessments, order appropriate diagnostic test, diagnose health problems, manage the health care of those clients for which he/she has been educated, provide health teaching and counseling, initiate referrals and maintain health records.

The Surgical Services NP works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, and all other health care disciplines utilizing an interdisciplinary approach. Must be willing to cross train and float to meet the needs of the institution.

We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.

Service excellence is a part of all we do at Wellington Regional Medical Center. Our team is guided and held accountable by the following core standards:

Treat everyone as a guest by making a good first impression, anticipating needs and displaying service recovery skills.

Demonstrate professionalism and excellence by looking professional, taking responsibility for our actions and delivering excellence in our everyday work.

Practice teamwork by actively participating in decision-making and process improvement, communicating effectively and focusing on the problem/issue, not the person.

If our core standards inspire you, Wellington Regional Medical Center is a place where your career can grow.

Here, safety is more than a priority—it’s our guiding value, and we’re committed to achieving zero preventable harm. We do what’s right, learn from every experience, and create a supportive environment where every team member can thrive.

Join us and become part of a community committed to excellence where caring for one another is at the heart of everything we do.

• To learn more visit Welcome to Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL
• As a Wellington Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of a first-class organization offering:
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Educational Assistance

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• If you would like to learn more about the position before applying, please contact Lori Merritt, Nurse Recruiter at Lorianne.Merritt@uhsinc.com by email and by phone at (561) 753-2668
• What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.

You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 335 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points in 39 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Job Requirements

• Certified as an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner by the Florida State Board of Nursing, BSN, MSN
• Current ARNP license in the state of Florida
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
• Current American Heart Association ACLS Certification
• Previous OR experience (minimum 1 year)
• Basic computer skills
• CNOR Preferred
• RNFA Preferred

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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