Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner — First Assist & On-Call

Mammoth Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Mammoth Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support orthopedic patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The NP will report to the Attending Physician and participate in all patient care activities, including operating room coverage and on-call duties.

Ideal candidates hold a California NP license, BLS certification, and a DEA license, with at least three years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and surgical care.

Qualifications

• CA NP license required.
• BLS certification required (American Heart Association or Red Cross).
• DEA license required.
• Three years experience in inpatient, outpatient, and surgical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine medical management of inpatient care including tests, labs, x-rays, medications, and nutrition.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and discuss treatment plans with the orthopedic team.
• Manage discharge planning with follow-up and education.
• Assess emergencies and coordinate with the attending physician for management decisions.
• Perform bedside History and Physical when needed and initiate emergency care.
• Serve as first or second assistant in the operating room; assist with exposures, dissections, closures & dressings.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communicator

Knowledgeable

Strong work ethic

Critical thinker

Job description

Mammoth Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to support orthopedic patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The NP will report to the Attending Physician and participate in all patient care activities, including operating room coverage and on-call duties.

Ideal candidates hold a California NP license, BLS certification, and a DEA license, with at least three years of experience in inpatient, outpatient, and surgical care.