Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics

Are you a compassionate and highly skilled Nurse Practitioner with a passion for orthopedic care? Sutter Health is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner for Orthopedics. In this role, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive and specialized care to patients with orthopedic conditions. We are looking for a candidate with strong clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a drive to deliver exceptional patient-centered care. If you are ready to make a positive impact on the lives of our patients and their families, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Provide comprehensive and specialized care to patients with orthopedic conditions.
2. Perform physical assessments, diagnose and treat patients with orthopedic conditions.
3. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans.
4. Educate patients and their families on their condition, treatment options, and self-care techniques.
5. Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe appropriate medications.
6. Monitor patient progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans.
7. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
8. Adhere to all legal and ethical standards and guidelines.
9. Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
10. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain knowledge of current best practices in orthopedic care.
11. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless care coordination.
12. Demonstrate compassion, empathy, and sensitivity towards patients and their families.
13. Maintain a safe and clean working environment.
14. Attend training and continuing education opportunities to stay updated on advancements in orthopedic care.
15. Act as a patient advocate and provide exceptional patient-centered care.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Nurse Practitioner, Orthopedics in Sacramento, CA, USA is between $121,000 and $170,000 per year. Factors such as experience, education, and location can affect the exact salary within this range.

Sutter Health is a not-for-profit integrated health delivery system headquartered in Sacramento, California. It operates 24 acute care hospitals and over 200 clinics in Northern California. Sutter Hospital Association was founded in 1921 as a response to the 1918 flu pandemic.