CLN NP- DOC

Overview

The Orthopaedic Center, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Nurse Practitioner for DOC Orthopaedics and Sports medicine, an affiliate of HH-TOC. They will work directly with one of DOC's established, board-certified orthopedic Physicians. Candidate must be licensed to practice in Alabama. Primary duties include: Surgical First Assist, rounding, office/clinical patient evaluations and education, give therapeutic injections, refer to diagnostic treatment/tests, evaluate x-ray, CT, and MRI, review lab results, casting and splinting, write scripts, and dictation. 

Qualifications

Education required: HS/GED

License: Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with First Assist

Additional Skills/Abilities:

• Must be CRNP/FNP certified 
• Three years previous orthopaedic experience required
• Highly self-motivated and driven with a strong work ethic
• Able to work independently
• Confident in making clinical decisions and managing patient care
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with the orthopedic surgeon and healthcare team
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities
• Experience or interest in sports medicine and orthopaedics is a plus but not mandatory
• Desire for continued learning
• Compassionate and patient-centered with good interpersonal skills