Orthopaedic Advanced Practice NP/PA — Lead Patient Care

WVU Medicine Golisano Children's; Charleston (WV); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UHA University Health Associates invites applications for Advanced Practice Professionals in Orthopaedics. The role supports physicians and the care team across emergency, inpatient, and ambulatory settings.

The APP may be a Nurse Practitioner or PA with WV licensure/certification, providing comprehensive orthopaedic care, perioperative support, and discharge planning. Participation in education and program development is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• National Certification by APRN Certification Center.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure as RN and APRN in West Virginia.
• BLS Certification with ALS as required by department.
• First Assists require RNFA certification.

Responsibilities

• Manages comprehensive and individualized orthopaedic patient care from ED to ambulatory settings.
• Performs/assists peri-operative procedures and first assisting in the operatives suite.
• Document findings and coordinate discharge planning and follow-up.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses and staff to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provides education to staff, patients and families and participates in committees.

Skills

Computers

Strong communication

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

APRNs certification

Licensed RN/APRN WV

ARC-PA PA program graduation

NCCPA PA certification

Job description

UHA University Health Associates invites applications for Advanced Practice Professionals in Orthopaedics. The role supports physicians and the care team across emergency, inpatient, and ambulatory settings.

The APP may be a Nurse Practitioner or PA with WV licensure/certification, providing comprehensive orthopaedic care, perioperative support, and discharge planning. Participation in education and program development is expected.