Orthopedics NP/PA: Impactful, Collaborative Care

ochsner; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative outpatient setting. Roles involve supervision by Medical Director and coordination with PCCs, nurses, and discharge planners, with duties spanning medical management and patient education.

Requires NP or PA education, state license, and current BCLS/ACLS; flexibility to work varied shifts and travel as needed within campuses.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or higher (NP) and APRN license in state of practice.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences; PA license and NCCPA certification.
• Current BCLS/ACLS certification and eligible for prescriptive authority as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care following approved medical practices; provide care based on patient age and needs.
• Educate patients, families and staff; contribute to teaching for residents and students.
• Adhere to privacy, safety, and regulatory standards; participate in quality and improvement activities.

Skills

Computer skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Windows applications

Interpersonal skills

Policy knowledge

Transportation

Flexible schedule

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's or Master's in Physician Assistant medicine/Health Sciences

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality patient care in a collaborative outpatient setting. Roles involve supervision by Medical Director and coordination with PCCs, nurses, and discharge planners, with duties spanning medical management and patient education.

Requires NP or PA education, state license, and current BCLS/ACLS; flexibility to work varied shifts and travel as needed within campuses.