Orlando Health
Advanced Practice Provider, Surgical Oncology - Nights
Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885
Position Summary
ORLANDO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP (OHMG)
Department: OHMG Surgical Oncology Status: Full Time
Shift: Nights Title: Advanced Practice Provider, APP, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, ARNP, NP, PA, PAC
Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida. Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award‑winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100‑year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career‑growing FREE education programs and well‑being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions.
Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides high‑level clinical care to surgical and oncologic patients across inpatient and perioperative settings. The role requires a clinician who is comfortable practicing with a high degree of independent clinical assessment and decision making, while still functioning with a collaborative framework that includes residents, attending physicians and the broader interdisciplinary team. The APP evaluates pre‑ and post‑operative patients, identifies clinical deterioration, initiates escalation of care, performs procedures within credentialed scope, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes, throughput, and continuity of care.
Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Care
Perform comprehensive assessments of fresh post‑operative patients in PACU or upon transfer to inpatient units.
Evaluate for hemodynamic stability, respiratory adequacy, neurologic status, pain control, and early post‑operative complications.
Conduct targeted assessments to identify clinical decline and initiate appropriate interventions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and adjust therapies based on patient response.
Manage a diverse population of surgical and oncologic patients, including symptom management with pre and post‑procedural care.
Independent Practice Within a Collaborative Model
Demonstrate strong autonomous clinical judgment in assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients, particularly during off‑hours or when immediate physician presence is limited.
Practice independently while maintaining alignment with attending physicians, residents, and established care pathways.
Seek consultation appropriately and elevate concerns in accordance with institutional policies and team‑based care expectations.
Support resident education and workflow by managing patient care needs that can be safely addressed at the APP level.
Escalation of Care & Transfers
Determine need for escalation to higher‑acuity care, ED evaluation, or hospital transfer.
Activate rapid response or consult specialty teams when indicated.
Facilitate safe and efficient transfers with clear communication and documentation.
Support throughput by reducing delays in care transitions and increasing provider touchpoints.
Procedural Responsibilities
(as credentialed)
Perform bedside procedures including:
Central venous catheter placement
Chest tube insertion
Paracentesis, thoracentesis, or other advanced procedures
Obtain informed consent, ensure procedural safety, and provide post‑procedure monitoring.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Partner with night nursing teams to support overnight clinical decision‑making.
Collaborate with surgeons, oncologists, anesthesia, hospitalists, case management, and ancillary services.
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to coordinated care planning.
Quality, Safety & Professional Practice
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development.
Utilize evidence‑based guidelines to standardize care.
Engage in morbidity and mortality reviews and safety huddles.
Maintain compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and documentation requirements.
Education & Leadership
Provide clinical teaching to nursing staff, residents, students, and new APPs.
Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required certifications.
Serve as a clinical resource for complex surgical and oncologic patient management.
Qualifications Education/Training Nurse Practitioner
MN or MSN or DNP or PhD or DNS degree in nursing.
Physician Assistant
Graduate of accredited physician assistant program.
Licensure/Certification Nurse Practitioner
APRN license in the state of Florida.
After July 1, 2006, licensure applicants are required to have national advanced certification from an approved nursing specialty board.
Maintains current BLS certification.
Physician Assistant
Maintain current physician assistant licensure in State of Florida.
Maintain current BLS/healthcare certification.
Experience
2 years of experience
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Department: OHMG Surgical Oncology Status: Full Time
Shift: Nights Title: Advanced Practice Provider, APP, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, ARNP, NP, PA, PAC
Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women’s health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida. Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award‑winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100‑year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career‑growing FREE education programs and well‑being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions.
Position Summary The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) provides high‑level clinical care to surgical and oncologic patients across inpatient and perioperative settings. The role requires a clinician who is comfortable practicing with a high degree of independent clinical assessment and decision making, while still functioning with a collaborative framework that includes residents, attending physicians and the broader interdisciplinary team. The APP evaluates pre‑ and post‑operative patients, identifies clinical deterioration, initiates escalation of care, performs procedures within credentialed scope, and collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes, throughput, and continuity of care.
Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities Clinical Care
Perform comprehensive assessments of fresh post‑operative patients in PACU or upon transfer to inpatient units.
Evaluate for hemodynamic stability, respiratory adequacy, neurologic status, pain control, and early post‑operative complications.
Conduct targeted assessments to identify clinical decline and initiate appropriate interventions.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, and adjust therapies based on patient response.
Manage a diverse population of surgical and oncologic patients, including symptom management with pre and post‑procedural care.
Independent Practice Within a Collaborative Model
Demonstrate strong autonomous clinical judgment in assessing, diagnosing, and managing patients, particularly during off‑hours or when immediate physician presence is limited.
Practice independently while maintaining alignment with attending physicians, residents, and established care pathways.
Seek consultation appropriately and elevate concerns in accordance with institutional policies and team‑based care expectations.
Support resident education and workflow by managing patient care needs that can be safely addressed at the APP level.
Escalation of Care & Transfers
Determine need for escalation to higher‑acuity care, ED evaluation, or hospital transfer.
Activate rapid response or consult specialty teams when indicated.
Facilitate safe and efficient transfers with clear communication and documentation.
Support throughput by reducing delays in care transitions and increasing provider touchpoints.
Procedural Responsibilities
(as credentialed)
Perform bedside procedures including:
Central venous catheter placement
Chest tube insertion
Paracentesis, thoracentesis, or other advanced procedures
Obtain informed consent, ensure procedural safety, and provide post‑procedure monitoring.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Partner with night nursing teams to support overnight clinical decision‑making.
Collaborate with surgeons, oncologists, anesthesia, hospitalists, case management, and ancillary services.
Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to coordinated care planning.
Quality, Safety & Professional Practice
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical pathway development.
Utilize evidence‑based guidelines to standardize care.
Engage in morbidity and mortality reviews and safety huddles.
Maintain compliance with institutional policies, regulatory standards, and documentation requirements.
Education & Leadership
Provide clinical teaching to nursing staff, residents, students, and new APPs.
Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain required certifications.
Serve as a clinical resource for complex surgical and oncologic patient management.
Qualifications Education/Training Nurse Practitioner
MN or MSN or DNP or PhD or DNS degree in nursing.
Physician Assistant
Graduate of accredited physician assistant program.
Licensure/Certification Nurse Practitioner
APRN license in the state of Florida.
After July 1, 2006, licensure applicants are required to have national advanced certification from an approved nursing specialty board.
Maintains current BLS certification.
Physician Assistant
Maintain current physician assistant licensure in State of Florida.
Maintain current BLS/healthcare certification.
Experience
2 years of experience
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