Ortho Trauma APRN/PA at Level 1 Trauma Center

University Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded tuition for you and deped

Job summary

UofL Health in Louisville seeks a highly skilled Orthopedic PA or NP to provide postoperative and trauma care within a Level 1 center. You will work with orthopedic surgeons, manage clinic post-op care, and perform hospital consults in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes continuous patient evaluation, wound care, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams; requires KY APRN licensure, master’s in nursing, and national certification.

Qualifications

• Master of Nursing degree required.
• KY APRN licensure currently active.
• National APRN certification (ADULT/EMERGENCY/FAMILY/ACNP) with DEA, BLS, ACLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-operative care in clinic, including evaluations and wound care.
• Conduct hospital consults for trauma and inpatient orthopedic patients.
• Collaborate with surgeons and healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality care.
• Follow up with patients 2–3 days post discharge.
• Assist in the operating room when necessary.

Skills

Post-operative care

Wound care

Hospital consults

Team collaboration

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master of Nursing degree

Job description

UofL Health in Louisville seeks a highly skilled Orthopedic PA or NP to provide postoperative and trauma care within a Level 1 center. You will work with orthopedic surgeons, manage clinic post-op care, and perform hospital consults in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes continuous patient evaluation, wound care, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams; requires KY APRN licensure, master’s in nursing, and national certification.