Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Trauma

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Full-Time Nurse Practitioner

Our organization, a large multispecialty group practice with over 650 providers, is in search of a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to oversee orthopedic trauma patients in partnership with orthopedic trauma surgeons.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct clinical management of orthopedic trauma patients using established protocols and procedures.
• Collaborate closely with the Orthopedic Trauma Medical Director and trauma service team.
• Evaluate new trauma patients in the Emergency Room.
• Provide guidance to hospital staff on patient management issues.
• Manage inpatient orthopedic fracture cases.
• Participate in both operating room and outpatient clinic settings.
• Fulfill a full-time rotation that includes clinic duties, operating room responsibilities, inpatient rounding, and PA call coverage.
• Work alongside a team of seven (7) providers, covering group calls as necessary, including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner medical license in Idaho.
• Valid controlled substance registration with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy and the DEA.
• Demonstrated comprehensive assessment skills and expert clinical abilities.
• Experience in surgical and/or critical care settings is preferred.
• Commitment to a multidisciplinary approach to patient care.

Working Conditions

This role involves a dynamic environment, engaging with trauma patients primarily in a hospital setting. The trauma center is an ACS verified Level II facility, handling over 1,250 trauma cases annually, with a significant number classified as severe.

Compensation and Benefits

• Relocation assistance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allocation.
• Malpractice insurance coverage, including tail coverage.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement plan (403b).

If you are a qualified Nurse Practitioner looking to make a significant impact in orthopedic trauma care, we encourage you to consider this opportunity.