PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT NURSE PRACTITIONER ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner in Orthopedic Surgery. This role involves managing surgical patients, performing medical assessments, and collaborating with physicians to ensure quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and leadership skills, with a commitment to professional development and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved physician assistant program.
• Maintenance of a minimum of 100 hours of CME every 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Manages day-to-day inpatient and operative needs of surgical patients.
• Performs comprehensive medical care of patients under physician supervision.
• Assists surgeon in the operating room.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Physician Assistant Program

Job description

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT NURSE PRACTITIONER ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY

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Physician Assistant Nurse Practitioner Orthopedic Surgery

JFK University Medical Center Edison, New Jersey

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• Requisition # 2024-146472
• ShiftDay
• StatusFull Time with Benefits
  
  

Overview

The Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant manages the day-to-day inpatient and operative

needs of surgical patients in conjunction with, and under the supervision of an attending

physician. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various patient

populations and orthopedic surgical subspecialties including but not limited to the overall

management of a surgical patient, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic testing, development

of appropriate plans of care, therapeutic interventions, and intra-operative assistance. They

maintain a collaborative work environment that is safe, just, and founded on principles of high

reliability and quality outcomes for patients and colleagues. The PA will perform duties in

accordance with state and federal regulations as well as network policies, PA scope of practice

guidelines, approved clinical privileges and the JFKUMC PA policy. The physician assistant

reports to the department clinical lead and Director of Advanced Practice Providers, Physician

Assistant. Full time positions include holiday and weekend shifts on a rotational basis.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of a physician(s) with appropriate privileges, performs comprehensive medical care of patients encompassing all aspects of medical management.
• Obtains a detailed and accurate history, performs highly reliable physical examination, identifies problems, orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing. Develops appropriate plans of care, follow up and performs interventions based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory and examination findings.
• Participates in daily rounds individually and/or with the orthopedic team. Performs consultations, manages patient care throughout the shift and evaluates patients for changes in status.
• Consistently submits timely documentation of admission notes, history and physical examinations, consultations, daily patient encounter notes, urgent evaluation notes, procedure notes, brief post-operative notes and discharge summaries.
• In case of a surgical admission, insures all elements of pre-op evaluation are within acceptable range and facilitates in the expedited coordination of operative care.
• Assists surgeon in the operating room as a first assistant or as a second assistant when deemed necessary by the supervising surgeon and when a qualified assistant physician is
  
  

Not Required By N.J.A.C. 12.35-4.1

• Performs bedside procedures including but not limited to joint aspirations, closed reduction of fractures and dislocations, cast/splint/brace applications, dressing changes, wound debridement, incision and drainage, VAC dressing placement and changes, troubleshooting and removal of surgical drains, bedside suturing, laceration repair, and staple/suture removal.
• Acts as a “first line” person responsible for all the post procedure management of patients.
• Prescribes medications in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations under supervision of a licensed physician as approved by the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners. Under the guidance and direction of a supervising physician and in accordance with the New Jersey Board of Medical Examiners, prescribe controlled dangerous substances only with current state CDS license and DEA number.
• Demonstrates select competencies and high level of clinical judgment and skills amongst commonly diagnosed conditions.
• Exhibits organizational, communication and leadership skills, initiative, accountability, responsibility, appropriate judgment, and decision making.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Functions as a resource to other Team Members and participates in their education.
• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies, E-learning, and standards of behavior.
• Displays an understanding and awareness of and performs all duties in accordance with the Hospitals and HMH Network Mission and Vision Statements.
• Adheres to all Hospital infection control and safety policies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
  
  

Non-Clinical Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a professional and collaborative relationship with other providers and Team Members.
• Exhibits and fosters behavior that emulates the hospital's mission, vision and values, and creates a culture that promotes a healthy work environment.
• Maintains superior interpersonal and communication skills as a Team Member.
• Collaborates effectively with patients, families and other Team Members.
• Promotes a commitment to one’s professional, departmental and organizational growth.
• Participates in departmental and organizational committees, including interdepartmental meetings, Morbidity and Mortality conferences, quality assurance meetings, and professional training.
• Participates in Standard of Care practices and promotes the implementation of quality measures and safety measures.
• Remains active in Continuation of Medical Education programs and self education as well as participates in the education and training of new hires and rotating PA students.
  
  

Qualifications

Knowledge, Education and Skills Required:

• Successful completion of an approved physicians assistant program, accredited by the Accreditation and Review Committee for Physician Assistants (ARC-PA) or other NCCPA certification examination qualifying accrediting agency.
• Maintenance of a minimum of 100 hours of CME in accordance with NCCPA regulations every 2 years
  
  

Knowledge, Education And Skills Preferred

• 2 years of inpatient or outpatient orthopedic surgery experience is preferred, however new graduates are considered.
• Robotic and navigation based surgical knowledge and experience preferred
  
  

Required Certification/Licensing

• New Jersey State Physician Assistant Certification
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• New Jersey CDS license
• Federal DEA license
  
  

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.

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