Float Nurse Practitioner - Service Lines

Hospital for Special Surgery•New York, NY

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical consultation, assessment, and management to patients.
Conduct outpatient evaluation, treatment and follow-up of surgical patients as directed by the supervising physician.
Provide pre and post-operative and discharge education to patients and family members with regards to safety issues when applicable (e.g., medication, post-operative precautions, use of equipment, etc.).
Review/interpret patient imaging and lab results; communicate results to patients and provide follow-up treatment and education.
Communicate effectively and appropriately when educating patient/family in regard to their medical condition and/or hospital course.
Document progress patient has made toward desired outcomes.
Utilize the computerized order communication system, including transcription of medical orders, retrieval of test results and documentation of results.
Maintain clear and legible history and physical documentation and all other written reports.
Work independently on assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Complete any relevant patient paperwork such as medication prior authorizations, plan of care, etc.
Potential to assist surgeon in operating room.
Promote cooperation through teamwork.
Other duties as needed for effective and safe patient care.