Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Trauma Services at Beacon Health System – South Bend, Indiana

Nurse Practitioner – Trauma & Acute Care

Beacon Medical Group | Full-Time | No Call Requirement
Department: Trauma & Emergency General Surgery

About Beacon Medical Group

At Beacon, our mission is simple but powerful: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart. Guided by our core values—Trust, Respect, Integrity, and Compassion—we are committed to creating a culture that supports our team members, patients, and community.

Position Summary

Beacon Medical Group is seeking a skilled, patient-centered Nurse Practitioner to join our Trauma and Acute Care Surgery team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced clinical setting and will play a key role in the coordination and delivery of high-quality care across a variety of patient environments—including the emergency department, ICU, OR, and inpatient units.

This position reports administratively to the Practice Manager/Director and clinically to the Practice Site Physician or their designee. You’ll work as a collaborative partner in trauma care, surgical support, and multidisciplinary care coordination while helping educate students and residents.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care Delivery

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, medical histories, and physical examinations.
• Develop differential diagnoses and treatment plans based on clinical data.
• Perform procedures such as central and arterial line insertions, chest tube placements, and wound suturing.
• Provide surgical first-assist duties in trauma and emergency general surgery cases.
• Manage pre- and post-operative care and follow-up in trauma clinic.
• Order and interpret labs, imaging, and other diagnostics.
• Respond to trauma activations and assist in critical resuscitation efforts.

Care Coordination & Collaboration

• Work closely with attending physicians and multidisciplinary teams across ED, ICU, OR, and inpatient floors.
• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing and ancillary staff.
• Triage patient calls and provide clinical consultations as needed.
• Facilitate referrals and collaborate with other specialties to optimize care.

Education & Administration

• Mentor and teach nursing students, residents, and other pre-professionals.
• Support BMG programs through education, outreach, and data management.
• Participate in health education initiatives and interdisciplinary care planning.
• Maintain thorough and accurate documentation in the medical record.

Quality & Process Improvement

• Assist in the development and evaluation of clinical protocols and quality initiatives.
• Participate in performance improvement and patient safety programs.
• Ensure compliance with organizational, regulatory, and licensing requirements.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies required.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Eligible for licensure in the State of Indiana.
• Prescriptive authority or eligible within six months of hire.
• Current BCLS (CPR) required; ACLS/PALS preferred.

Experience

• Minimum two years of relevant clinical experience preferred.
• New graduates with comparable clinical rotations and strong references will be considered.
• Experience in trauma, critical care, or emergency surgery is highly desirable.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong clinical reasoning, procedural skills, and decision-making ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in high-pressure, team-based environments.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Why Join Beacon?

The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere
• Cultivate human talent
• Embrace performance improvement
• Build greatness through accountability
• Use information to improve and advance
• Communicate clearly and continuously

We offer competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package, and a culture of excellence rooted in respect and collaboration. There is no call requirement for this position.

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