NURSE PRACTITIONER SPECIALTY CARE

Hiring Department

Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Description

The Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, central Missouri’s largest freestanding Orthopaedic center, is seeking an energetic and passionate Nurse Practitioner, Specialty Care.

Our Orthopaedic service talent teams include; Attending Physicians, Fellow/Resident Physicians, Extender Practitioners, Nurses, ATC/OTCs, Clinical Administrative Coordinators, Research Faculty Research technical teams and Students. Our providers have clinical locations in Columbia, Jefferson City, Boonville, Liberty and Springfield. The ideal candidate will play an instrumental role in the success of sustaining our department’s mission: advance the clinical, research and teaching components of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Missouri.

This position will partner with clinical and research faculty and staff to support the overall culture in advancing the culture of Missouri Orthopaedic Institute and C3 Orthopaedics Initiative (Comprehensive, Cutting Edge, Caring Culture), which fosters a fast learning and continuously improving organization to further our mission.

Leadership qualities needed in our growing, fast- paced work environment:
1. Commitment and Passion
2. Transparency
3. Initiative for Action
4. Ownership/Accountability
5. Positive energy/Inspire Others
6. Delegation and Empowerment
7. Teamwork focus
8. Creativity and Innovation
9. Strategic Planning
10. Problem Solving

Position overview:
- Provide professional medical support services under the direction of Orthopaedic physicians providing professional health and medical care for patients in inpatient acute care settings and monitor progress of patients as liaison for physician.
- Plan, direct and participate in the education of the patient and their family including, but not limited to, pre-op teaching, admission and post-op patient assessment and care
- Perform first and/or second assist in surgery, perform minor surgical procedures, case card development, posting of cases, and other activities that create efficiencies
- Collect and document patient history information through verbal and written sources, including history and physical examination, problems identified, care provided, and plans for follow-up or referral
- Perform physical examinations of patients

- Provide clinical research support, recruit and screen potential research subject; care out research protocol as written, monitor patient’s compliance; and compile, retrieve and analyze research data.
- Order and/or perform pertinent diagnostic tests, analyze collected data in order to determine health status including evaluating radiographs

Salary

Salary Range: $87,630 - $142,986 Annually

Grade: PAT - 012

University Title: Nurse Practitioner Specialty Care

Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Shift

Range of 8:00am – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday, depending on Operating Room days and Clinic Schedules. This position does not have call associated with it.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree is required.

Required Licensure or Certification:

Graduation from an accredited nurse practitioner program.

May possess a specialty certificate by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Pediatric Certification Nursing Board (PCNB), and the National Certification Corporation (NCC).

Licensure as a registered professional nurse in the State of Missouri and must be granted “Document of Recognition” as a certified nurse practitioner from the Missouri State Board of Nursing.

Experience:

For Emergency Medicine positions: A minimum of two years’ experience as a nurse practitioner in an acute care area in an emergency medicine setting.

Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide a Cover Letter and Resume.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.

EEO IS THE LAW

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Vaccination Statement

After careful consideration of COVID-19 virus trends and the overwhelming evidence of COVID-19 vaccine safety and effectiveness, the School of Medicine, along with MU Health Care, the Sinclair School of Nursing and the School of Health Professions, recently announced the decision to require COVID-19 vaccinations by Oct. 1, 2021, for all employees, unless granted a medical or religious exemption.

All new hires will be required to submit proof of vaccination prior to your start date. If you would like to request a medical or religious exemption, you must do so upon acceptance of employment so our team has time to review prior to your scheduled start date. You will not be allowed to begin work until you have submitted proof of vaccination or received an approved medical or religious exemption.

Thank you for helping us to create the safest environment possible for our colleagues, students and our patients by protecting yourself and others through COVID-19 vaccination.

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