Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician's Assistant - Orthopedic

Job Title:
Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Physician’s Assistant - Orthopedic

Reports To:

Director of Nursing

Physical Demand Level: Medium*

Job Summary:

The Orthopedic ARNP/PA will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our surgical team by providing advanced care to patients undergoing surgical procedures, managing in office-based visits and clinical care, and rounding on in-hospital patients. The ARNP/PA must have experience in orthopedic surgery, fracture care, and management of orthopedic patients.

Objectives of this Role:

Conduct pre-operative assessments of patients to determine their medical status and readiness for surgery.

Develop and implement individualized patient care plans based on medical history, surgical requirements, and patient needs.

Prescribe and administer medications.

First assist in surgical procedures to include but not limited to: assisting with visualization, placement and holding of retractors, assisting on approach, and closure of wounds.

Management of post-operative care of patients, including post-operative pain, wound evaluations, and post-operative rehab.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure safe, effective, and efficient patient care.

Participate in ongoing education and professional development to maintain current knowledge and skills.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Highly skilled at patient assessments, diagnosing, and treatment of orthopedic related illness and post-operative conditions.

Proficiency in the operating room and sterile technique.

Skilled at inter-professional collaboration for co-management of patients and complex conditions.

Master's degree in Nursing or Master’s degree in Medical Science for Physician’s Assistant

Must hold current unencumbered license/registration to practice

Ability to travel to multiple locations, depending on business or patient need

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in EHR medical charting system, such as eCW (eClinical Works) and other computer software needed

Bilingual, Spanish speaking