NP/PA, Surgical (Orthopedics)

Job description

Location: Medical Center-Prosper Department: Prosper Orthopedics Shift: Varying Shifts (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 40 Summary: The NP/PA, Surgical functions in a collaborative practice with physician(s) in the outpatient and inpatient setting. Autonomously performs patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols. Develops and maintains own volume of patients under the supervision of a physician. Provides practice/clinic/call coverage and may round for physician(s) during periods of absence. Prescribes a variety of modalities to meet wellness and illness needs, up to and including hospital rounding/consultation, assisting in surgery if appropriate and prescriptive authority. Education and Experience: Advanced Practice Registered Nurses: Master’s Degree in Nursing as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and minimum 1 year of pediatric nursing experience or related specialized area strongly preferred. Physician Assistants: Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies and minimum 1 year of experience in related specialized area strongly preferred. Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification: Advanced Practice Registered Nurses: -...