Nurse Practitioner Nurse-Allied

About the role

The Orthopedics/Hand Surgery Nurse Practitioner (APRN) provides specialized care for patients with hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity conditions in collaboration with orthopedic hand surgeons and a multidisciplinary care team. This provider delivers comprehensive patient care across the continuum, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, postoperative management, and patient education. The APRN plays a key role in helping patients restore function, improve mobility, reduce pain, and achieve optimal outcomes through AdventHealth's commitment to whole-person care.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat musculoskeletal and upper extremity conditions under the supervision of orthopedic hand surgeons.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.
• Provide postoperative management and patient education for patients undergoing hand, wrist, elbow, and upper extremity surgeries.
• Interpret diagnostic tests, imaging studies, and laboratory results to guide patient care decisions.
• Communicate effectively with patients to ensure they understand their condition, treatment options, and care plan.
• Document patient care activities accurately and timely in electronic medical records (EMR).

Requirements

• Master's of Nursing degree [Required]
• Field of Study: Nursing [Required]
• 1+ year of related work experience [Required]
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license [Required]
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification [Required]

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and clinical documentation.
• Committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care aligned with AdventHealth's whole-person care philosophy.

Skills

• Advanced knowledge of orthopedic and hand surgery practices, procedures, and patient management.
• Ability to interpret diagnostic tests, imaging studies, and laboratory results.
• Knowledge of preoperative and postoperative orthopedic patient care.

Benefits

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule is Full time with a Shift of Day.