Job Description:
Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.
Education Qualifications:
Master's degree in nursing
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
NP/PA - Orthopedic Surgery
Fargo, ND
Join our busy orthopedic practice and become a part of a fun team that collaborates well to meet the demands of a high volume clinic. This position requires candidates to act as a surgical assist in addition to his/her clinical practice - preference for candidates with Orthopedic Surgery background/experience! This driven and growth-oriented team with multiple subspecialties consists of 6 physicians and 3 advanced practice clinicians working together to provide high-quality, patient-centric care.
1.0 FTE, full-time status
Mon-Fri with 1:4 call rotation (general ortho and trauma call with physician)
50% clinic; 50% hospital work - 2 days of OR and 3 days of clinic
20 outpatients per day; 1-3 inpatients per week (variable volume)
5 procedures per day
Outreach anticipated to satellite hospitals/clinics; locations and days TBD
Position involves patient care coordination, OR assists, inpatient rounding, and support of physicians' practices.
Preference for candidates with Orthopedic Surgery background/experience
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is assigned to Surgical Services for the purpose of providing patient care under the supervision of the attending physician(s) in accordance with the rules, regulations, bylaws of the Medical Staff Office with the following responsibilities, including but not limited to: assisting in surgery. Independently delivering clinical services to patients within the services line within the limits of their privileges. Complies with Essentia Health standards, policies and procedures, contributes to customer satisfaction, participates in quality assurance improvement, supports and participates in team approach to the delivery of patient care within the department, service line and hospital. Fiscally responsible for the level of care prescribed/delivered and the appropriate utilization of resources. Demonstrates the successful judgment and ability to service appropriate unique needs of various patient populations and age groups.The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, the NP/PA works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others. EDUCATION/TRAINING:
Master's or Doctorate degree in Nurse Practitioner or Bachelor's/Master's degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited program/institution.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate states (if NP).
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate states.
Current certification in CPR
National certification, in applicable area.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.
For more information, contact:
Kris Reardon | 701-361-6026 | Kristen.Reardon@EssentiaHealth.org (|Kristen.Reardon@EssentiaHealth.org)
https://www.essentiahealth.org/careers/
FTE
1
Shift Rotation
Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)
Pay Range
$50.85 - $61.02 / hour
The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.
Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.
Essentia Health EEO:
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