Advanced Practice Provider Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care Per Diem Orthopedic Surgery

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NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patients' ability to function. We specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. Equitable and inclusive values guide all aspects of our work.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Advanced Practice Provider Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Critical Care Per Diem Orthopedic Surgery. In this role, the successful candidate will provide coordination and assurance of comprehensive nursing care, using the nursing process and pertinent standards of care, diagnostic judgement, and therapeutic measures for inpatient or outpatient patients within a collaborative practice agreement with a specific physician on the staff of NYU Hospitals Center.

Job Responsibilities

• Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.
• Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
• Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
• Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
• Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
• Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical and managerial role.
• Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in all patient care.
• Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Prescribes in‑patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician, consulting physician(s), and other disciplines to identify, develop, and implement an appropriate plan of care that maximizes individual patient/family preference and enhances quality, access, and cost‑effective outcomes.
• Formulates the plan of care, along with the attending physician, patient and family, based on expected goals of care and length of stay.
• Orders customary laboratory, radiological and diagnostic studies per practice protocols, differentiates between normal/abnormal findings and follows protocols for abnormal findings, which may include referral to consulting physicians per customary pattern of the attending MD or with the collaborating physician.
• Performs complete health history, physical examination and psychosocial assessment of patients within the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Participates in designated activities related to professional nursing standards and regulations of relevant outside agencies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
• Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
• Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
• Works collaboratively with nursing leadership to ensure timely communications with the nursing staff.
• Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, housestaff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
• Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and nursing standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
• Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensure: Current registration as a Professional Nurse in New York and registration as a Nurse Practitioner in New York.
• Education: Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Certification required as soon as possible following graduation from an NP graduate program by ANCC or other board certification from a specialty organization that certifies Nurse Practitioners in a clinical area of practice.
• Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications through the American Heart Association.
• Required Licenses: Registered Nurse License‑NYS, Nurse Practitioner‑NYS, Basic Life Support Cert.

Preferred Qualifications

At least five years of clinical nursing practice in the care of the patient population served; ability to apply nursing process toward achievement of specific outcomes in an organized fashion, addressing patient/family safety and satisfaction. Previous experience as a nurse practitioner is preferred. Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem‑solving, critical thinking and leadership; previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides a comprehensive benefits and wellness package designed to support employees at every stage of life, including career development, family planning, and retirement planning. Benefits include financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups for peer support, and a holistic wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. View Know Your Rights: workplace discrimination is illegal.

Salary Transparency

The salary range for the role is $90.00 – $95.00 hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.