NURSE PRACTITIONER / PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT – Urology (HENRY FORD HEALTH JACKSON)

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Urology

Location: Jackson, MI

Department: Urology

Reports To: Supervising Urology Physician  

Inpatient/Outpatient: Hybrid, mainly outpatient/clinic

Case Load: 100% Adult (on average, 14 per day)

Position Overview:

Henry Ford Health Jackson is seeking a dedicated and skilled Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Urology to join our dynamic team, on a contingent basis.  The ideal candidate will collaborate with our multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients with urological conditions.

Urology experience 1 year preferred; no new graduates will be considered for this position.

Procedures – (as experience and need allows) catheters insertions, pessary fittings and removals, uroflow procedures, chemo instillations into bladder, cystos

Schedule – variable

Weekend requirement – no

Call requirement - no

OR Time - no

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment and Management

·         Conduct thorough patient histories and physical examinations.

·         Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients’ clinical problems and health care needs.

·         Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans in collaboration with the urology team.

·         Provide patient education.

Clinical Documentation

·         Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters, treatment plans, and outcomes in electronic health records (EPIC)

·         Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Patient and Family Education

·         Educate patients and their families on surgical procedures, recovering expectations, medication management, and lifestyle modifications.

·         Address patient and family concerns with empathy and provide ongoing support throughout the surgical process.

Collaboration and Communication

·         Work closely with the urology team and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

·         Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of patient care protocols and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

·         Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

·         Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.

·         Supportive and collaborative work environment.

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Specialty/Invasive Nurse Practitioner (NP) will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. The Specialty/Invasive NP will be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education, consultation, and care coordination as a first line provider to patients and their families. Provides inpatient and/or outpatient medical care. Works in collaboration with attending physicians, advanced practice providers, consultants, house officers, nurses, and other members of the medical care team to ensure that patient outcomes are achieved safely and efficiently. Specific procedures as per credentialing as indicated by training and experience. Works in one of the following departments: Cardiovascular Medicine, Emergency Medicine, ICU, Interventional Radiology, Nephrology, Neurology, Neurosurgery, Oncology, Orthopedics, Otolaryngology, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Surgery, Urgent Care, Urology. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Master's degree in nursing. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current certification as a Certified Nurse Practitioner. Current State license as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS. Current ACLS/ATLS/PALS provider status as required by department.