Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Location: Bon Secours St. Marys Hospital, Richmond, VA Join Our Team! Become part of an established healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing the general surgery program in the Richmond, VA area. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic team in the Inpatient Orthopedic Spine Surgery unit. Position Overview: As an NP or PA, you will provide comprehensive care for adult and geriatric patients with orthopedic spine and general orthopedic post-operative conditions requiring inpatient management. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while working alongside a supportive and collaborative team. Schedule: * Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM or 4 ten-hour shifts * Average Patients per Day: 10-25 Key Responsibilities: * Deliver comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, and patient education to optimize care for orthopedic, spine, and joint patients. * Conduct daily rounds with physicians to review and address patient progress in alignment with clinical pathways and best practices. * Act as a liaison among consulting physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services, independently ordering necessary services to facilitate patient care. * Collaborate with Care Managers for discharge planning, including writing prescriptions, medication reconciliation, and providing discharge instructions and summaries. * Maintain thorough documentation of patient assessments, problems, and management plans. * Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to enhance quality and continuity of care. * Uphold the dignity and respect of all patients, families, and team members in line with our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in a caring and responsive environment. Qualifications: * Masters degree in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program or equivalent qualification for Physician Assistant. * Current NP or PA license in Virginia. * Minimum of 1-2 years of experience preferred. * Strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills. * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities. Benefits & Compensation: Full Comprehensive Benefit Package to include: * Medical Plans, Vision, Dental, Prescription Drugs * Life Insurance Options * Disability Insurance, Short and Long Term * Wellness Plan * Flex Spending and Health Savings Account * Eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program * Allowed Time Off plus Holidays * Competitive Compensation * Relocation Expense * CME Annual $3,000 Region: Richmond is more than just the state capital and a hub for history, the city is also well-known for its long-standing art culture, up-and-coming food scene, and breweries that top national lists. The creative culture is palpable in Richmond, and it extends throughout the many different and diverse neighborhoods. Richmond is a city of culture, nature, food, and more! There are infinite things to do in RVA, from dining at James Beard-nominated restaurants to white water rafting down the mighty James River, from visiting world-class museums to attending incredible ethnic festivals.