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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Regular Full time

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $152,140.51 - $167,890.51. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Nurse Practitioner, Ambulatory Care Center (ACC)

Center for Advanced Practice Nursing

Full-Time

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice nurse with training in both the nursing model and medical model of care. Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) NPs are committed to personalized, high-quality healthcare and are held to the same legal and ethical standards of care as physicians and surgeons. Autonomously and in collaboration with healthcare professionals and other individuals, the NP provides a full range of primary, acute, and specialty healthcare services, including: 

Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic orthopedic conditions and injuries. Ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-raysPrescribing medications and other treatmentsManaging patients’ overall careCounselingEducating patients on disease prevention and positive health and lifestyle choices

HSS NPs serve pediatric and adult patients in an extensive range of practice settings throughout the hospital and its local and regional ambulatory sites. Their specialty and subspecialty areas include: Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement (ARJR), Anesthesia (PACU/OSCU/SDU), Anticoagulation, Cardiology, Diabetes Care, Intensive Care, Metabolic Bone, Occupational Health, Pain Management, Adult Orthopedics, Post-Operative Care, Radiology, Spine, Trauma, Wound Care, and private practice (physician and surgeon offices).

The HSS ambulatory care clinic nurse practitioner works collaboratively with physicians and orthopedic surgeons in the assessment and overall screening of clinic (Medicare & Medicaid) patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. The NP provides the initial assessment to facilitate workflow and expedite throughput and also practices in parallel with his/her physician colleagues. The NP bills for his/her services, when applicable.

The Ambulatory Care Clinic NP role:

Screens scheduled clinic patients pre-surgically (pre-appointment)Conducts a history and physical examOrders and interprets diagnostic studies (e.g., x-rays)Prescribes medicationsDiscusses plan with the patient and familyRoutes patients to appropriate services & specialtiesTeaches and educates on pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients, becoming an additional resource to patients and familiesTriages post-operative clinic patients to determine the appropriate course of treatmentEvaluates and treats clinic patients with conditions related to their recent surgery in collaboration with the patient’s attending surgeonManages clinic patient concerns and issues (reactively) via phone during the 90-day post-operative period and beyond when related to the surgical interventionAssesses necessary clinical concerns via physical examination and diagnostic testing

This NP position is based near the main hospital, at the Ambulatory Care Center (475 East 72nd Street) in the Upper East Side of Manhattan (New York, NY). This is a full time position, working eight (8) hour days (five days a week), with some potential flexibility.

This position requires a motivated NP who is able to function autonomously within established practice protocols and a collaborative agreement.

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YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Three years of related experience as a Nurse Practitioner.

Master’s or doctoral degree from an accredited school of nursing Licensure as an NP and RN in the state of NYBoard certification as an NP (adult or family)DEACPR certification: BLSThree (3)+ years of related experience as an NP in an inpatient or outpatient setting; experience in orthopedics preferredExperience with an EMR (preferably Epic)

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight. Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs). Examples: Nurses, LPNs, and Physical Therapists.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Indoor area with frequent exposure. Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians.

HAZARDS OSHA
OSHA Category 1. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES

Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff – Adheres to & promotes HSS mission and values. Adheres to and promotes the HSS mission and values, HSS Standards of Care and Code of Conduct practices. Upholds Patient Rights/Organizational Ethics - Promotes a professional atmosphere. Promotes a professional atmosphere through courteous communication, cooperation, and respect for patients, families, visitors and members of the health care team.Upholds Patient Rights/Organizational Ethics - Incorporates patient rights into plan of care. Incorporates patient rights into the plan of care and in conjunction with the health care team.Participates in Education - Communicates clearly/explains procedures. Communicates clearly, explains all procedures, treatments, and medications to patient and family and answers questions within the scope of clinical practice.Participates in Education - Annual Mandatory Inservices. Completes annual Joint Commission, State and Hospital mandated inservices.Participates in Education - Participates in the development & upgrading of standards. Participates in the development and upgrading of interdisciplinary and nursing standards, and patient/family education materials and programs as relevant to expertise and practice.Participates in Education - Provides nursing consultation and educational programs. Act as a resource by providing consultation and educational programs to nursing and medical staff as requested and indicated.Maintains Documentation & Manages Information - Assists in developing & monitoring patient outcomes. Assists in developing and monitoring patient outcomes per clinical indicators established within practice pattern for purposes of QA/PI.Participates in Education - Initiates and enhances professional growth and development. Initiates and enhances professional growth and development by keeping current with changes in the healthcare environment, legislative changes, and with participation in Hospital, local, national and international educational meetings.Professional Development - Publishes/disseminates new practice standards. Publishes/disseminates new practice standards through scientific and professional publications and presentations.Clinical Leadership & Collaboration - Identifies patterns and trends. Identifies patterns and trends in the needs of patients and caregivers within the specialty that may indicate a need for further analysis and possible change in practice.Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Attendance. Maintains satisfactory attendance record.Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Punctuality. Reports for duty punctually.Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Staff meetings. Attends staff meetings and/or acknowledges meeting minutes.Upholds Standards/Expectations of HSS Staff - Time management. Manages time appropriately to meet patient, department and Hospital needs.Assessment & Diagnosis - Performs physical examination. Performs physical examination, including diseasespecific exams (eg neuro, etc) and correctly identifies abnormalities.Maintains Documentation & Manages Information - Documents in the electronic health record. Documents all assessments, findings, progress and care of patient in the electronic health record.Assessment & Diagnosis - Reviews patient record. Obtains and reviews patient record and medical history, extracting relevant data.Assessment & Diagnosis - Orders appropriate diagnostic tests. Orders appropriate diagnostic tests, reviews results and identifies findings requiring intervention or followup.Upholds Patient Rights/Organizational Ethics - Demonstrates cultural competency. Recognizes, respects and adapts to social, cultural and religious beliefs of patients, families and practices in the provision of care to promote shared decision making with the patient.Ensures the Continuum of Care (NP) - Collaborates to coordinate care. Collaborates with physicians, peers and other members of the health care team to facilitate and coordinate care to an established patient population from initial assessment to discharge.Assessment & Diagnosis - Plan of care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to assess, develop, implement, and coordinate plan of care based on findings and patient needs.

EDUCATION REQUIRED
Bachelors, Nursing. Masters, Nursing.

EDUCATION PREFERRED
Doctorate, Nursing.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE REQUIRED
Nurse Practitioner License, New York. Registered Nurse License, New York. BLS. Board Certified in area of practice and NY DEA License

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE PREFERRED


SKILLS REQUIRED
Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions. Ordering, performing and interpreting diagnostic tests such as lab work and x-rays. Prescribing medications and other treatments. Managing patients' overall care. Counseling. Educating patients on disease prevention and positive health and lifestyle choices.

SKILLS PREFERRED

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Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.