Nurse Practitioner- Spinal Surgery

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Boston is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care and clinical assessment for orthopedic patients. You will work closely with Orthopedic Surgeons and coordinate with nursing staff, physical therapists, and case managers to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s degree in nursing (APRN) or PA program and an MA nursing license; 1–3 years of experience preferred. Compliance with WE CARE values and ongoing education are expected.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner license in MA required.
• Master’s degree in nursing or PA program required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and clinical assessment of Orthopedic patients.
• Collaborates with Orthopedic Surgeons; coordinates care with nurses, therapists and case managers.
• Ensures protocols are appropriate to the patient population; communicates care plans to attending physicians and consultants.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and ongoing professional education.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to WE CARE values.

Education

Nurse Practitioner license (MA)

Master’s degree in Nursing (APRN) or PA program

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Beth Israel Lahey Health and New England Baptist Hospital are devoted to consistently promoting a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in our organization's WE CARE values which can be reviewed here Our Values.

To provide direct patient care and clinical assessment of Orthopedic patients. Works in close cooperation with the Orthopedic Surgeons in the Department. Acts as liaison for nursing and ancillary health professionals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops a database on individuals by obtaining a health history, physical examination, laboratory data and other diagnostic testing, as indicated.
• Makes accurate identification of problems/diagnosis based upon correct interpretation of findings.
• Develops an appropriate plan of care including diagnostic testing, consultation and/or referrals to other health care team members.
• Assists patients in meeting health needs by identifying potential or existing problems, exploring available alternatives and providing support to the patient to make an informed decision regarding health care.
• Provides patient teaching in relation to the procedure and general health issues as needed.
• Consults with Medical Staff members for guidance in complex assessments.
• Works with medical staff physicians to ensure that protocols are appropriate to the patient population being seen.
• Communicates to the attending/primary care physician and/or consultants, any care plan being initiated.
• Works closely with physician, physical therapists and internal case manager to coordinate care.
• Participates in appropriate operating committees.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively express one’s ideas in a discussion of professional issues.
• Reviews diagnostic tests and laboratory results and makes appropriate decisions for follow-up of abnormal findings.
• Initiates treatment for patients following established protocols.
• Maintains confidentiality of interventions.
• Participates in and/or provides educational programs.
• Participates in an on-going learning process of continuing education.
• Participates in hospital/nursing committees, as requested.
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities of the department.
• Demonstrates the ability to initiate emergency treatment when indicated i.e. perform CPR, initiate Code protocol.
• Plans time away from work appropriately: Arrives and leaves at appropriate times based on OR schedule and patient load on floors.
• Uses unplanned earned time appropriately (Based on full time hours. Standards are pro-rated for part-time employees based on agreed hours).
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Participates in annual safety review.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Nurse Practitioner License, license and certified in the Commonwealth of MA

EDUCATION

• Master’s Degree required Graduate of an accredited PA program or masters prepared in an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• 1-3 years of experience

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Consistently promote a culture of Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity as outlined in the organization's WE CARE values.

Pay Range: $133,515.20 USD - $181,563.20 USD

The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives.

Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.