Job Description

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Location: Bon Secours St. Mary s Hospital, Richmond, VA

Join Our Team!
Become part of an established healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the general surgery program in the Richmond, VA area. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team in the Inpatient Orthopedic Spine Surgery unit.

Position Overview:
As an NP or PA, you will provide comprehensive care for adult and geriatric patients with orthopedic spine and general orthopedic post-operative conditions requiring inpatient management. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team.

Schedule:

• Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM or 4 ten-hour shifts
• Average Patients per Day: 10-25

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, and patient education to optimize care for orthopedic, spine, and joint patients.
• Conduct daily rounds with physicians to review and address patient progress in alignment with clinical pathways and best practices.
• Act as a liaison among consulting physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services, independently ordering necessary services to facilitate patient care.
• Collaborate with Care Managers for discharge planning, including writing prescriptions, medication reconciliation, and providing discharge instructions and summaries.
• Maintain thorough documentation of patient assessments, problems, and management plans.
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to enhance quality and continuity of care.
• Uphold the dignity and respect of all patients, families, and team members in line with our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in a caring and responsive environment.

Qualifications:

• Master s degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or equivalent qualification for Physician Assistant.
• Current NP or PA license in Virginia.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits & Compensation:

Full Comprehensive Benefit Package to include:

• Medical Plans, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drugs
• Life Insurance Options
• Disability Insurance, Short and Long Term
• Wellness Plan
• Flex Spending and Health Savings Account
• Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allowed Time Off plus Holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Relocation Expense
• CME Annual $3,000

Region:

Richmond is more than just the state capital and a hub for history, the city is also well-known for its long-standing art culture, up-and-coming food scene, and breweries that top national lists. The creative culture is palpable in Richmond, and it extends throughout the many different and diverse neighborhoods.

Richmond is a city of culture, nature, food, and more! There are infinite things to do in RVA, from dining at James Beard-nominated restaurants to white water rafting down the mighty James River, from visiting world-class museums to attending incredible ethnic festivals.

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