FASO ARNP/ PA

Job Description

Job Title: Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner/PA for Florida Advanced Spine & Orthopedic Practice

Reports To: Chief Medical Officer & Director of Nursing

Supervises: None

Locations: Brooksville, Wesley Chapel, Trinity

Job Summary:

The ARNP/PA will play a crucial role in ensuring the success of our surgical team by providing advanced nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures, participating in office-based visits and clinical care. The ARNP/ PA will also be familiar and competent in participating in the performance of orthopedic and spinal surgical procedures, conduct rounds at hospitals for our providers, take call, review imaging, see in-office patients, prescribe medications, and other patient care responsibilities, as needed

Objectives of this Role:

Conduct pre-operative assessments of patients to determine their medical status and readiness for surgery.

Develop and implement individualized patient care plans based on medical history, surgical requirements, and patient needs.

May assist the surgical team during the operation by anticipating needs and providing support.

Monitor patients post-operatively, manage pain, prevent complications, and promote healing.

Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other nurses.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to ensure safe, effective, and efficient patient care.

Participate in ongoing education and professional development to maintain current knowledge and skills.

Skills and Qualifications

Highly skilled at assessing patients prior to surgery and providing them with perioperative care

Extensive knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques

Ability to collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals

Solid understanding of patient health and safety standards

Excellent organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Must hold current license/registration to practice

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion

Familiar and competent in participating in the performance of orthopedic and spinal surgical procedures, including interventional injections

Proficiency in EHR medical charting system and other computer software needed, including eClinical Works and/or Athena

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the ARNP/PAs position and is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the role.

Full-time