APP - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Orthopedic Surgery

Sanford Health•Minocqua, WI

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Department Details Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua is seeking a Surgical Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Orthopedics to join our team in Minocqua, Wisconsin. The Surgical Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides patient services in collaboration with a licensed Physician. The Surgical Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant ensures continuity between clinical practice and standards of care, as well as promotes and aids in patient preparation for discharge. This individual works collaboratively with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare disciplines, utilizing a team approach to healthcare. You will work with an experienced team providing orthopedic care in a Level III trauma center. Summary The Orthopedic Surgery Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions requiring surgical intervention. The NP works collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to evaluate, treat, and manage patients pre- and post-operatively, ensuring optimal functional recovery.

Requirements

Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
Experience in orthopedic surgery, trauma, or musculoskeletal care preferred.
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP), Adult (ANP-C)
Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.

Nice To Haves

Experience in orthopedic surgery, trauma, or musculoskeletal care preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough musculoskeletal and neurological assessments of patients with orthopedic surgical needs.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic imaging such as X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and labs.
Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons in surgical planning and patient management.
Provide preoperative preparation including patient education, risk assessment, and optimization.
Manage postoperative care including wound care, pain management, mobility plans, and complication monitoring.
Monitor patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Coordinate multidisciplinary care with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and pain management teams.
Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, rehabilitation, and injury prevention.
Document clinical findings, interventions, and progress accurately in electronic medical records.
Participate in clinical research, quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives.