Surgical Nurse Practitioner
Company: Palm Careers
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Are you a Surgical Nurse
Practitioner (RNFA) seeking change to a new and rewarding position
in the amazing Phoenix, AZ Metro Area? Our nationally renowned
Cancer Center is hiring an experienced Surgical NP(RNFA) NOW! Our
interview process is fast, and these positions are for immediate
fill! Please review the position details below and apply today for
immediate consideration Relocation allowance and other incentives
Salary is experience driven and will be discuss in detail during
initial discussion Schedule/Clinic hours: Permanent Full Time:
4x10s Position duties and overview: Performs first assistant duties
in the OR and/or clinic with complete knowledge of the disease
process and whole patient care scenario, including, but not limited
to positioning, preparation and draping of the patient; tissue
manipulation; utilization of tying and suturing materials;
drain/tube insertion; deep and superficial wound closure;
application of internal devices and any other autonomous duties or
procedures delegated by the supervising surgeon. Performs
non-anesthesia minor surgical procedures without in-room
supervision. Meets the specific needs of the attending surgeon and
maintains the technical skills necessary to handle a broad range of
procedures including but not limited to colorectal (including
robotic cases), breast, plastic (including microvascular cases),
orthopedic, gynecologic (including robotic cases), head & neck,
thoracic (including robotic cases) and urologic (including robotic
cases) services. Consults, collaborates, and communicates well with
the surgeon and other consulting medical providers, and healthcare
professionals such as hospitalists, intensivists, pain management,
cardiologists, respiratory therapists, physical/occupational
therapists, nurses, etc. to meet the needs of the patients.
Evaluates diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries in the
clinic, pre-op area, inpatient wards, and internal medicine clinic.
Evaluates care and orders and interprets appropriate labs, special
studies (i.e., radiographic studies), IVs, diet, and therapeutic
interventions as required. Educates and counsels patients. Performs
comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical
examinations, including pre-operative H & Ps and evaluations,
post-operative evaluations, discharge documentation and follow up
evaluations on surgical patients in the clinic, pre-op area,
inpatient wards, and internal medicine clinic. Maintains the skills
and knowledge base of a certified PA or NP/APRN as required by the
applicable state and national licensing authorities. Prescribes
schedule II, III, IV or V controlled substances as defined in the
federal controlled substances act of 1970 (P.L. 91-513; 84 Stat.
1242; 21 United States Code section 802) and prescription only
medications. Writes orders as indicated for pre-operative,
in-operative, post-operative and clinical follow-up care and
completes documentation in a timely fashion. Ability to navigate
the clinical information systems as needed to perform job duties.
Knowledge and proficient with how to document patient orders,
history, and physicals, review the PACS System, and navigate
through the surgical information system. Strictly adheres to the
Universal Protocol, while performing the role of Surgical Assistant
in the operating suite under the direction of the supervising
physician and/or while performing other medical procedures.
Provides call coverage and onsite patient rounding, in accordance
with the Hospital Call Program. Certifications/ Qualifications:
Must be a certified APRN with RNFA certification with robotic
experience! Hepatobiliary, transplant, surgical oncology, or
microscopic training preferred. Excellent Benefits and Incentives:
Full benefits, dental, health, financial and professional
development. Please apply today for immediate consideration or call
(954)939-0272 for additional information! About us: For over a
decade, Palm Health Resources has been providing healthcare
recruitment services and is well versed in matching medical talent
for permanent, locum to perm and locum opportunities.
Keywords: Palm Careers, Glendale , Surgical Nurse Practitioner, Healthcare , Phoenix, Arizona