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Facility Black Hills Spine Ctr
Location Rapid City, SD Address 4141 5th St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
Shift Varies
Job Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40.00
Department Details Monday-Friday schedule with light call 50 clinic, 50 OR, and rounding in hospital 25-30 patients per day in clinic Group includes:
Call is primary MD, also on call, covers spine and general ortho Mostly call from home, rarely need to come into hospital 45-minute response time
Hospital responsibilities:
New grads are encouraged to apply; those with surgical experience is preferred
Must be eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the State of South Dakota and possess NCCPA or ANCC certification
Job 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.
Adheres to established internal standards and procedures abstracted from HIPAA.
Analyzes and interprets patients histories, symptoms, physical findings, or diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnoses.
Builds a rapport with the patient and explains the condition and course of action effectively.
Coordinates and manages care for patients, including those with complex needs.
Delivers written and oral communication, responds to questions and concerns, and produces specific outcomes and impact.
Demonstrates an ability to meet own responsibilities.
Develops treatment plans based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice guidelines.
Establishes and maintains productive working relationships within and outside of own area.
Helps promote collaboration across generations, functions, regions, and levels.
Maintains complete and detailed records of patients healthcare plans and prognoses.
Maintains departmental policies and procedures in areas such as safety and infection control.
Performs quality control and maintains a high standard in relation to infection control mechanisms for patient safety.
Recommends diagnostic or therapeutic interventions with attention to safety, cost, invasiveness, simplicity, acceptability, and efficacy.
Responsible for promoting a safe environment for patients, families, staff, residents, and visitors, and working collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary healthcare team to provide the best outcomes for patients.
This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Qualifications
Benefits Sanford Health offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include:
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Practice Details Founded in 1976 by orthopedic surgeon David W. Boyer, MD, Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center has remained the premier orthopedic practice in the region for nearly 50 years. As part of our devotion to serving the Black Hills, we have South Dakota clinics in Rapid City, Hot Springs, Philip, Spearfish, and Mitchell, a Nebraska clinic in Chadron, Wyoming clinics in Gillette, Newcastle, Buffalo, and Sheridan, and North Dakota clinics in Williston and Dickinson.
Our team of surgeons and doctors includes over 18 board-certified and fellowship-trained specialists who provide the highest level of specialty healthcare in surgical and advanced non-surgical methods to keep our Black Hills community healthy. Doing our part to keep our region moving, our doctors and staff are committed to providing world-class treatment, patient-centered care, and exceptional service to keep you strong. Thats why we are proud to be the most preferred practice in the region.
Compensation Package We offer a nationally competitive compensation plan and retention incentive with an additional benefits package including:
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Req Number R-0249962
Job Function Advanced Practice Provider
Featured No
Specialty Neurosurgery
Visas Accepted NA