Cleveland Clinic·Slaton, Texas
The APP is responsible for the evaluation and management of admitted trauma patients across the ICU, regular floors, and Emergency Department. Key duties include performing procedures like suturing and chest tube insertion while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.
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Job Title Advance Practice Provider (NP/PA/CNS): Mercy Hospital Trauma Service II Location Canton Facility Mercy Hospital Department Job Code T98104 Shift Days Schedule 6:00am-6:00pm Job Summary Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider who provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings.
Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure.
Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems.
Responsible for dissemination of knowledge through instructing, leading and developing educational programs.
Job Details Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital is seeking a qualified APRN (FNP/Adult), PA or CNS for their Trauma team.
This APP would be responsible for the evaluation and management of admitted trauma patients on the regular floors, ICU, and attend trauma activations in the ED.
Procedures performed by trauma APRN/PAs include but are not limited to simple and advanced suturing and chest tube insertion per CCF privileging policies.
Position is Full-time, Day shift.
Three 12 hour shifts/ week, 6am-6pm with occasional weekend coverage.
The candidate would have to achieve ATLS certification within year of employment if they do not already have it.
Experienced APPs preferred. New grads with appropriate experience (ICU, surgery, trauma) would be acceptable.
Conducts thorough medical histories, performs complete physical examinations (where indicated), initiates appropriate lab, radiology tests or other special tests required for evaluation of illness, and scrutinizes lab data to establish a record of the patient's current health status and to develop a working diagnosis and treatment plan. Works in collaboration with the health care team. Performs and interprets common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiologic processes as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by license through applicable state board and Cleveland Clinic policies. Educates patients and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards. Participates in medical team rounds; collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. Refers patients to specialists as appropriate for consultation or for specialized health resources and treatment. Ensures continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team or with other specialty areas as necessary. Participates in quality monitoring thru the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a periodic basis to assure quality care. Facilitates appropriate length of stay, discharge planning and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management. Supports professional development of the health care team. Promotes translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research. May conduct research studies. May assists in data collection and analysis. May serve as clinical preceptor for students. May onboard new caregivers. Other duties as assigned.
Candidates must be a nationally certified NP, PA, or CNS with a relevant graduate degree and state licensure. BLS is required, and ATLS certification must be obtained within one year of employment.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Texas often draw steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and specialty practices, especially where employers need clinicians who can manage complex patient care and work independently. These positions are competitive because they typically require a Master’s in Nursing, active Texas RN and APRN-NP licensure, BLS, and a specialty certification; review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time on the original posting. Before applying, confirm your Texas BON credentials and specialty certification match the role’s exact scope.