PRN APP Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Trauma Surgery

Position Title

PRN APP Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Trauma Surgery

Job Description Summary

• PRN Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) – Trauma Surgery
• VHC Health – Arlington, Virginia | PRN | Main Hospital Campus
• VHC Health is seeking a highly skilled and collaborative Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Trauma Surgery team on a PRN basis.
• This opportunity offers the ability to practice in a fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environment as part of a multidisciplinary trauma program at a nationally recognized, Level II Trauma Center. The APP will work closely with Trauma Surgeons, Emergency Medicine Physicians, specialists, nursing staff, and ancillary teams to provide comprehensive care for trauma and acute surgical patients throughout the continuum of care.
• The ideal candidate is an experienced APP who thrives in a team-oriented environment, demonstrates excellent clinical judgment, and is committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.

Why VHC Health

VHC Health is a nationally recognized, independent health system known for clinical excellence, innovation, physician engagement, and exceptional patient outcomes.

Highlights include

• Ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the Washington, DC metropolitan region by U.S. News & World Report
• Multiple “A” Hospital Safety Grades from The Leapfrog Group
• CMS 5-Star Overall Hospital Quality Rating
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence
• Accredited with Commendation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer (CoC)
• Independent health system with strong physician leadership and administrative support
• Modern ambulatory and inpatient oncology infrastructure with continued investment in cancer services
• Located in Arlington, Virginia — consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States with immediate access to Washington, DC
• At VHC Health, physician leaders have the opportunity to meaningfully influence strategy, operations, quality, and growth while practicing in a collaborative and highly respected clinical environment

Position Overview

The Trauma Surgery APP will provide comprehensive inpatient management for trauma and acute care surgery patients in collaboration with supervising physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.

The APP will be responsible for patient assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, care coordination, discharge planning, and follow-up management. This role requires strong clinical decision-making skills, flexibility, and the ability to effectively manage patients in a dynamic surgical environment.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage trauma surgery patients across the continuum of care
• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
• Conduct inpatient rounds and participate in multidisciplinary care planning
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests and laboratory studies
• Perform procedures within established privileges and scope of practice
• Assist with trauma activations, consultations, and patient management
• Coordinate patient transitions of care, discharge planning, and follow-up services
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, therapists, case managers, and consulting services
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic medical record

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant licensure required
• Current Virginia Registered Nurse licensure required for Nurse Practitioners
• Current NCCPA certification required for Physician Assistants
• Two years of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant experience preferred
• Previous Trauma Surgery, Acute Care Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care, or Surgical APP experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care

Position Highlights

• PRN opportunity with flexible scheduling
• Practice within a well-established Level II Trauma Center
• Collaborative team environment with Trauma Surgeons and multidisciplinary specialists
• Exposure to a broad range of traumatic injuries and acute surgical conditions
• Opportunity to care for complex, high-acuity patients
• Strong clinical support and collaborative physician leadership
• Modern facilities and advanced clinical resources

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• Retirement plan options
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

Job Description

Purpose & Scope

A Physician Assistant (PA) employed by VHC Health Physicians (“Physician Group”) is required to complete a PA Agreement with their Collaborating Physician(s). This PA Agreement will describe the PA’s role and function of the PA, including but not limited to, number of patients, types of illnesses, nature of treatments, special procedures, the nature of physician’s involvement, and the evaluation process. In addition, it will indicate the prescriptive authority of the PA and approval of invasive procedures authorized by the executed PA Agreement.Overall, the PA will support objectives, budget, performance metrics and medical activities at an Individual level including implementation of quality control standards, risk management and compliance programs.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program required.

Experience

One year of experience as a Physician Assistant preferred.

Certification/Licensure

Licensed as a Physician Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required; and

Current NCCPA certification required; and

BLS certification required; and

ACLS certification preferred.

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

• Washington Commanders selected VHC Health as its women’s health partner because of the health system’s continued commitment to advancing women’s health, reducing the stigma of mental health, and creating greater access to care in the Washington, DC metro region.
• Received a top ranking in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals for the fourth year in a row. Ranking over 2,800 hospitals in 28 countries, this study asked 85,000 medical experts across the world to participate in an online survey covering topics such as recommendation of hospital, satisfaction of patient care, quality of care for specific treatments, among other factors.
• Recognized by the Women’s Choice Award for Best Hospital in eight categories: bariatric surgery, obstetrics, heart care, minimally invasive surgery, orthopedics, cancer care, comprehensive breast care, women’s services, mammogram and patient experience. This award is graded based on the best publicly available information, patient surveys and accreditation information, and the Women’s Choice Award delivers a simplified, objective ranking to each category.
• Named a 2023 Best Cancer Hospital by Newsweek. One of 175 hospitals and just three in the Washington, DC metro region to be included in the rankings.
• Named best hospital for billing ethics by Money magazine and The Leapfrog Group. This is the first-ever Leapfrog Best Hospitals ranking to help patients make educated decisions about which institutions are best for the money.

OUR COMMUNITY

• Living in Northern Virginia, one of the best places to live near D.C., you can have it all: a lucrative job at a forward-thinking company – plus access to the country’s greatest historical sites, a bustling café culture, active nightlife and concert going, a thriving wine region, seven professional sports teams, and a mild four-season climate with year-round kayaking, biking, and hiking. We offer some of the best public and private schools in the nation and access to 60 colleges and universities. In fact, we are the most educated region in the country. Here, there are no compromises. NOVA is one of the best places to live and work in the country.
• Arlington is home to the Pentagon, and the Arlington National Cemetery.
• Home to more than 100 U.S. and global corporate headquarters, including the 6th highest number of Fortune 500 companies.
• Northern Virginia is one of the fastest growing and most diverse communities in the United States
• Fairfax County has many of the highest ranking schools in the nation according to U.S. News and World Reports.
• Arlington County also offers outstanding schools - about 94 percent of all graduating high school seniors in Arlington go on to attend college.
• Two major airports with direct flights to 109 domestic and 60 international destinations.
• Northern Virginia has many recreational and community amenities including: over 89 miles of biking/jogging trails, 167 public parks, approximately 14 community centers, 7 live stage theaters, 8 libraries, and 652 restaurants.
• Minutes to the Kennedy Center, Smithsonian Museums, Tyson’s Corner, and Wolftrap National Park for the Performing Arts
• Whether you choose to live in Arlington County, Fairfax County, City of Alexandria or in any of the other great areas in the DC area, you will have little problem in finding a location that is right for you.

We look forward to hearing from qualified candidates interested in joining us in a highly collegial environment where the patient is at the center of what we do.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.