The TidalHealth Orthopedic team located in Seaford, DE is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to lead the brand-new PACE (Pre-Operative Assessment Communication Education) Clinic program! The Nurse Practitioner will be in a high visibility role that will be responsible for pre-operative clearance for knee, hip, and shoulder surgery. The goal of this position is to help maintain patient engagement, reduce last-minute cancelations, and get the patient prepped for surgery.

 

What the right Candidate will enjoy

Flexible schedule of two eight-hour days and one four-hour day (20 Hours per week) No weekends, Holidays, or Call Work with a well supportive team Extensive training High visibility and patient interaction Be a part of high volume practice

 

Key Responsibilities

Perform histories & physicals for orthopedic total joint replacement patients for TidalHealth Nanticoke Orthopedic three-person Surgery team. Review of preoperative blood work to determine concerning results and address as appropriate. Review of OSAP results and prescribe Mupirocin 5 days preoperatively. Assessment of required Durable Medical Equipment needs and ordering as appropriate. Prescribing postoperative medications in advance of scheduled surgery that includes multimodal pain plan, antiemetics, DVT prophylaxis and stool softeners. Assessment of physical therapy needs with emphasis on pre-hab and appropriate postoperative referral. Communication of socially complex patients to Case Management and the Inpatient APP team. Scheduling radiation with Cancer Center when required for heterotopic ossification prevention. Collaboration with surgeons regarding patients that are medically complex or when it is determined that additional optimization is needed. Placement of a preoperative order set that is individualized to patient needs. Cross training to Inpatient APP role

 

Key Qualifications

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice and active NP licensure Have a current license or must be able to obtain a Nurse Practitioner license in Delaware. Previous nursing and/or advanced practice provider experience in Orthopedics is preferred but not mandatory. Comprehensive skills in customer service, clinical, and problem-solving. Demonstrate strong leadership skills and exceptional communication skills in collaboration with other members of the medical staff and administration.