Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Inpatient Orthopedics

Location: Cincinnati, OH (United States of America) | Department: APP Surgical Subspecialty – Inpatient | Employee Status: Regular | FTE: 0.9 (36 weekly hours)

About the role

This inpatient orthopedic role supports the orthopedic service 365 days a year. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) works 12-hour shifts covering weekdays 6 a.m.–9 p.m. and weekends 6 a.m.–6 p.m., collaborating closely with orthopedic attendings, fellows, residents, and subspecialty services. No overnight shifts are required, though schedules may change based on service needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical exams on patients presenting for orthopedic care.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Formulate, document, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Order and interpret laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with federal, state, and institutional policies.
• Provide clinical consultation and order interdisciplinary consults.
• Develop measurable outcomes and care plans involving the patient and family.
• Maintain competency in subspecialty skills and procedures per Joint Commission standards (FPPE/OPPE).
• Participate in quality improvement, research, and lifelong learning activities.
• Serve as a preceptor, mentor, or leader in professional organizations and committees.
• Advocate for pediatric patients and families, influencing healthcare policy and practice.
• Promote self-management and family-centered care through diverse strategies and interventions.
• Delegate monitoring, assessment, and interventions within scope of practice.
• Provide consultation to enhance care plans and referrals.
• Order and perform treatments, therapies, and procedures based on evidence-based practice.
• Communicate diagnostic and laboratory results, including benefits, risks, and limitations of therapies.
• Evaluate and revise diagnoses, outcomes, and care plans based on ongoing assessment data.
• Document and recommend process or structural changes to improve care delivery.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Acute Care NP, Primary Care NP, or Physician Assistant.
• Licensure and certification in accordance with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center (CCHMC) Delineation of Privileges.
• Multi-state licensure may be required based on subspecialty.
• Surgical experience preferred.
• New graduates or experienced APPs may apply.

Schedule

• Full-time, 0.9 FTE (36 weekly hours).
• 12-hour rotating shifts: 6 a.m.–6 p.m., 7 a.m.–7 p.m., or 9 a.m.–9 p.m.
• Weekend and holiday shifts required.
• No call shifts.

About Us

Cincinnati Children’s is a top-ranked pediatric hospital, recognized for excellence in patient care, research, and innovation. We are:

• Ranked among the top 10 best children’s hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for over 15 years.
• Among the top 3 children’s hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding.
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
• Named one of America’s Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
• A Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability.
• Magnet® designated for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

We embrace a team-based approach to care and innovation, empowering our staff to drive better outcomes for patients and families.