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As a Graduate Nurse Practitioner in your first year, you'll typically work under the supervision of a more experienced nurse practitioner or physician, providing direct patient care, conducting assessments, and developing treatment plans. You may also be involved in patient education, preventative health screenings, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care. This transitional period allows you to build confidence, develop specialty-specific skills, and become proficient with healthcare technologies and protocols. Teamwork, adaptability, and willingness to seek feedback are important for thriving in this early career stage.

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A Graduate Nurse Practitioner (GNP) is a newly licensed nurse practitioner (NP) who has recently completed their advanced nursing education and clinical training. GNPs work under supervision or mentorship as they transition into independent practice, gaining experience in diagnosing illnesses, prescribing treatments, and managing patient care. They may work in hospitals, clinics, or private practices, often specializing in areas like family medicine, pediatrics, or acute care. This role serves as a bridge between formal education and full professional practice, helping new NPs build confidence and competence in their field.

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Nurse Practitioner- Sports Medicine

Rochester Regional Health

Rochester, NY • On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

Other

Posted 4 days ago


Rochester Regional Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 218 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

SUMMARY

The Department of Orthopedics at Rochester Regional Health is seeking an additional Nurse Practitioner to join our growing Sports Medicine team. Our advanced practice providers are an integral part of our collaborative orthopedic practice, working closely with orthopedic surgeons to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care. In this hybrid role, you will care for patients across the system, including inpatient rounding, first assisting in the operating room, and managing outpatient office visits. This is an excellent opportunity to practice in a dynamic environment while caring for athletes and active individuals with a wide range of sports-related injuries and musculoskeletal conditions.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: Henrietta, Rochester General Hospital, Orthopedic Associates of Rochester

DEPARTMENT: Orthopedics

SCHEDULE: Days

ATTRIBUTES

  • Able to interact with patients in such a way as to instill confidence and ease of communication

  • Deeply concerned for the health and well-being of others

  • Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision

  • Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Must have proven ability to work in a team environment

  • RNFA Required

  • Experience required

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Patient Care Perform a complete history and problem-focused examination; establishing a working diagnosis of non-operative and operative orthopedic conditions Interpret x-rays and other diagnostic studies. Orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic procedures Develop treatment plans to provide optimal patient medical management; orders consultations and interacts with members of other specialty medical teams. First assist orthopedic surgical cases enhancing the efficiency, continuity, and quality of surgical care in the operating room. Provide high quality, patient-focused perioperative care for orthopedic surgery patients in conjunction with our multidisciplinary team. Provide bedside treatments such as joint injections. Respond to and manage acute care needs of hospitalized orthopedic patients.

  • Patient Satisfaction. Coordinates and communicates all aspects of patient care to patient, family, and health care team. Educates and encourages patients to become active participants in their own healthcare-related behavior and provides patient education materials related to diagnosis, treatment plans, and need for follow-up care, for use in encouraging wellness.

  • Medication & Orders. Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond to emergency and/or acute condition changes. Documentation. Thoroughly and concisely documents in the patient's medical record all patient contact encounters, progress notes, orders, prescriptions, test results, and patient instructions according to standard medical practice guidelines and to support appropriate billing practices.

  • Quality and Education. Actively contributes to quality reporting metrics and participates in Grand Rounds, APP Council Meetings, unit meetings and M&M presentations. Demonstrates professional practice behavior including preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of students, nursing staff, nurses, graduate and novice physician assistants and nurse practitioners.

EDUCATION:

MS: Nursing (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

NP - Nurse Practitioner Certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$100,000.00 - $150,000.00

CITY:

Henrietta

POSTAL CODE:

14467

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.


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