Ortho Clinic Nurse Practitioner

Grace Hospital is opening an outpatient Orthopedic Clinic Department in Tremont and seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive orthopedic evaluation and treatment. This position starts as PRN or Per Diem status with potential to transition into Part-time or Full-time as the clinic grows.

Clinical Setting

You will work in an outpatient orthopedic clinic setting, providing independent clinical and administrative patient care functions under the direction of a supervising physician. You will collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapy, and other referring providers to coordinate comprehensive care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive musculoskeletal examinations including complete patient histories, mechanism of injury assessment, and evaluation of acute orthopedic injuries and chronic musculoskeletal conditions
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging and laboratory testing
• Perform orthopedic procedures including fracture evaluation and management, joint aspirations and injections, and wound care
• Perform patient intake including vital signs, height and weight, pain scores, medication reconciliation, allergies, medical history, and chief complaints
• Prescribe medications according to state law and organizational policy
• Educate patients on medication use, diagnosis, treatment plan, return precautions, and follow-up care
• Complete timely and accurate documentation according to policy
• Coordinate care with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapy, and other referring providers
• Perform patient preparation and room turnover
• Take call as assigned
• Follow OSHA and CDC infection prevention standards
• Manage inventory and restock clinical supplies
• Complete administrative duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Current State of Ohio Nurse Practitioner License
• At least one year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in an orthopedic setting
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, up to 8-10 hours per day