About this role
Adena Health is seeking a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) to join our growing General Surgery team in Chillicothe, Ohio. This is an excellent opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner who wants to be part of a collaborative, reasonable team working with exceptionally experienced Surgeons in both an outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting.
Position Overview
The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner will care for General Surgery/Acute Care Surgery patients, in both the outpatient clinic setting as well as during inpatient rounding, and will typically see 10-20 patients per day. Responsibilities include incision and drainage (clinic setting) and Wound Vac placement . You’ll work alongside a dedicated General Surgery team that includes:
- Physicians : 10 Physicians
- Nurse Practitioner (CNP ): 1
- Physician Assistant (PA) : 1
Schedule & Practice Details
- Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Provider Hours: Monday–Friday, no weekends. 40 hours/week.
- Call: Shared with other APPs, only during business hours .
- EMR: Epic
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Board certified Nurse Practitioner in Ohio
- OR/Surgical Experience; for newly licensed CNPs, previous RN or 1 st assist involvement
- Critical Thinking
- Interprofessional Communication
- Time Management
- Able to work independently and collaboratively
This role is a full-time employed position within the multispecialty Adena Medical Group , offering a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits including.
- Sign-on Bonus : $10,000 (up to $30,000 based on experience)
- Relocation Assistance: $15,000
- CME Allowance: $2,000 annually
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Certified eligible employer
- Generous benefits package including health, 403(b) retirement with match, and paid time off
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About Adena Health
Adena Health is an independent, not-for-profit, locally governed health system that has been proudly serving our communities for more than 125 years . Guided by a mission to serve, Adena provides care to more than 400,000 residents across south central and southern Ohio.
Our integrated system includes hospitals in Chillicothe, Greenfield, Washington Court House, and Waverly , along with more than 40 care locations supported by:
- 4,500 employees
- Over 200 physician partners
- More than 150 advanced practice providers
Adena offers a wide range of specialty services, including orthopedics and sports medicine, heart and vascular care, pediatrics and women’s health, oncology, and more.
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About Chillicothe & South-Central Ohio
Located less than one hour from Columbus , Chillicothe offers the charm of a historic community with easy access to major metropolitan areas, including Cincinnati (just two hours away). The area features a revitalized downtown, growing local industries, and convenient access to major highways.
Residents enjoy:
- Affordable cost of living
- Scenic landscapes and outdoor recreation
- A strong sense of community
- Proximity to major Midwest markets—over 60% of the U.S. population is within a day’s drive
South Central Ohio blends professional opportunity with a high quality of life, making it an ideal place to live, work, and grow.