Nurse Practitioner - Prince Frederick office

Job Description

Job Description

Nurse Practitioner - Prince Frederick office

About the Role :

The Nurse Practitioner at our Prince Frederick office will play a critical role in delivering comprehensive orthopedic care to patients across all age groups. This position involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing musculoskeletal conditions, ensuring patients receive evidence-based treatment plans tailored to their individual needs. The Nurse Practitioner will collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes and facilitate recovery. Additionally, this role requires educating patients and their families about injury prevention, treatment options, and rehabilitation processes. Ultimately, the Nurse Practitioner will contribute to enhancing the quality of life for patients through compassionate, expert orthopedic care within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Current and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Maryland.
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP).
• Demonstrated clinical experience in orthopedics or musculoskeletal care.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.

Preferred Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Skills :

The required orthopedic skills enable the Nurse Practitioner to accurately assess and manage a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, ensuring precise diagnosis and effective treatment. Proficiency in clinical examination techniques and interpretation of diagnostic imaging is essential for daily patient evaluations. Preferred skills such as expertise in orthopedic procedures and familiarity with EMR systems enhance efficiency and quality of care delivery. Communication skills are vital for educating patients and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care plans. Together, these skills support the Nurse Practitioner in providing high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic healthcare in a dynamic clinical environment.