Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedic Trauma

Our organization is a multispecialty group practice with over 650 providers, currently in search of a full-time Nurse Practitioner to oversee orthopedic trauma patients in partnership with orthopedic trauma surgeons. This role involves direct clinical management through the application of established protocols and procedures, along with necessary medical consultations. The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate closely with the Orthopedic Trauma Medical Director and other trauma service team members to assess new trauma patients in the Emergency Room, guide hospital staff on patient management, and oversee inpatient orthopedic fracture cases. Additionally, this position will require work in both the operating room and outpatient clinic environments. The schedule entails a full-time rotation that includes responsibilities in the clinic, operating room, inpatient rounds, and PA call coverage. The PA team comprises seven (7) providers, and coverage for group calls may be required, including nights and weekends.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong assessment capabilities, advanced clinical skills, and effective problem-solving abilities, while embracing a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. Applicants must possess a valid controlled substance registration with both the Idaho Board of Pharmacy and the DEA, along with prior surgical and/or critical care experience in a hospital setting.

Our medical center serves as the primary provider of advanced, innovative, and interdisciplinary trauma and critical care services. It is also recognized as an ACS verified Level II Trauma Center, handling over 1,250 trauma cases annually, including more than 400 patients with an Injury Severity Score (ISS) greater than 16. The trauma cases are primarily blunt in nature, and trauma surgeons participate in both primary and backup call arrangements.

Requirements:

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner medical license in Idaho
• Valid controlled substance registration with the Idaho Board of Pharmacy
• DEA registration

Compensation and Benefits:

• Relocation assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Continuing Medical Education (CME) allocation
• Malpractice insurance (including tail coverage)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan (403b)