Trauma Advanced Practice Provider

Hughston•Nashville, TN

14h•Onsite

About The Position

To extend and enhance the clinical productivity of the surgeons and drive efficiency of care delivery to injured patients.

Requirements

One (1) year experience in orthopaedics preferred.
One year First Assistant experience preferred.
OR Experience Required.
Masters degree from a regionally accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practioner program required.
Surgical First Assist required or the ability to obtain within one year from hire.
NCCPA or NP Board Certification required.
Must maintain BLS certification.
Current State and DEA Licensure required.
Position requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include, nights, weekends and holidays.
May require irregular work hours depending on the needs of the organization.
Must have a valid drivers license and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Responsibilities

Represent the Hughston Clinic and should maintain the highest level of professionalism during all interactions with patients, hospital staff, family and support members as well as other care providers
Assists with call duties including nights, weekend and holidays.
Performs comprehensive hospital based examinations and documents such in a timely manner.
Evaluates and treats orthopaedic conditions and relevant medical comorbidities within his/her scope including: routine, urgent and emergency conditions within the hospital and emergency department
Specifically: wound assessment and local care; fracture reduction/temporary immobilization, application of splints and dressings; interpretation of imaging, vital signs and lab studies, and evolving/changing clinical conditions
Effectively communicates history and findings with responsible HOT physician on a daily basis
Communicates effectively with their APP colleagues to keep them up to date on the status of their patient census. This includes changes in status, laboratory or diagnostic results, or new communications with other services.
Provides robust, ongoing, professional communication of the orthopaedic care plan with additional providers on the patients care team.
Facilitates patients discharge planning including referrals to appropriate agencies and/or post-acute care facilities
Assists within his/her scope of practice within the OR including first assist duties and closing operative wounds
Conducts daily hospital rounds and regularly updates patient family members on status
Writes orders and progress notes
Enrolls new patients into PMD/charge capture software with necessary demographic data and ICD-10 diagnosis codes in a timely manner
Enters charges within PMD/charge capture software
APP facilitates clinic throughput working synergistically with HOT surgeon by:
Evaluates patient concerns
Exams patient
Assesses/interprets imaging studies
Implements and communicates care plans
Documents visits as required
Assists with patient requested document completion, as able, within APP scope and capacity
Utilize effective communication skills (written and verbal) interacting with co-workers, other clinic employees, supervisors, and outside vendors.
Promote The Hughston Clinics role in the community by greeting and interacting with all patients, families, visitors, vendors, and guests in a courteous and respectful manner.
Provides support or relief for other staff as needed.
Demonstrates confidentiality in all aspects to include both patient and non-patient issues.
Reflect THC values and is sensitive to THCs ethical and compliance principals in his/her daily activities.
Promote resolution of concerns and conflict by routing through correct mechanism or resolving the situation.
Able to prioritize daily functions/tasks
Display a willingness to put forth effort in problem solving
Other duties as assigned