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How much do orthopaedic nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for orthopaedic nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an orthopaedic nurse practitioner?

An Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner is a specialized advanced practice nurse who provides care for patients with musculoskeletal conditions, such as fractures, joint disorders, and sports injuries. They assess, diagnose, treat, and manage both acute and chronic orthopaedic problems, often working closely with orthopaedic surgeons and other healthcare professionals. Their responsibilities include conducting physical exams, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and assisting in surgical procedures. Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioners also play a key role in patient education, rehabilitation, and the development of treatment plans to optimize mobility and quality of life.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an orthopaedic nurse practitioner?

To thrive as an Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical knowledge in musculoskeletal care, a Master’s or Doctoral nursing degree, and national certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP). Familiarity with diagnostic imaging systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and orthopedic-specific assessment tools is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, critical thinking, and the ability to educate patients are vital soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for delivering specialized care, ensuring accurate diagnoses, and supporting patient recovery in orthopedic settings.

What are common challenges orthopaedic nurse practitioners face when managing postoperative care?

Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioners frequently encounter challenges such as effectively managing patients’ pain, monitoring for complications like infections or blood clots, and ensuring patients adhere to rehabilitation plans. Balancing a high caseload and coordinating with surgeons, physical therapists, and other team members requires strong organizational and communication skills. Staying updated on the latest surgical protocols and recovery techniques is also essential to provide optimal patient outcomes.

What is the difference between Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner vs Orthopaedic Physician Assistant?

AspectOrthopaedic Nurse PractitionerOrthopaedic Physician Assistant
CredentialsMaster's degree in nursing, RN license, certification as an Orthopaedic Nurse PractitionerMaster's or bachelor's degree, PA certification, state license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, orthopedic specialty centersHospitals, outpatient clinics, surgical centers
Roles & ResponsibilitiesAssess, diagnose, treat musculoskeletal conditions, assist in surgeries, patient educationPerform exams, diagnose, develop treatment plans, assist in surgeries

Both Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioners and Orthopaedic Physician Assistants work in similar settings, providing musculoskeletal care. While NPs have a nursing background with advanced nursing certifications, PAs are trained as general medical providers with a focus on surgical assistance. Their roles often overlap, but NPs may focus more on patient education and holistic care, whereas PAs often assist in surgical procedures and diagnostics.

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Infographic showing various Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Orthopaedic Surgery - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Hartford HealthCare Medical Group

Willimantic, CT • On-site

$103K - $133K/yr

Other

PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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Job description

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

Position Details:

Join a highly collaborative, APP-led orthopaedic team where you’ll enjoy meaningful autonomy, strong physician partnership, and the opportunity to practice across the full spectrum of orthopaedic inpatient care. Work alongside 4 experienced APPs supporting 9 orthopaedic surgeons first-assisting in the OR, pre- and post-operative care, ED and inpatient consults. Gain diverse exposure to joint arthroplasty, sports medicine, trauma, hand, and spine while working in a culture that values teamwork, professional growth, and colleague support.

Role: Open to Physician Assistants or Acute Care Nurse Practitioners in orthopaedics

Location: 71 Haynes St, Manchester, CT – Manchester Memorial Hospital

Setting: Inpatient, orthopaedic surgery

Schedule: Full-time, rotating with night shifts being call from home. Premium differentials offered.

Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Benefits:

  • Market-leading compensation and benefits and generous paid time off
  • Paid CME time off plus CME budget, reimbursed professional licenses and dues
  • Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships
  • Voluntary benefits include student loan programs, home, auto, renter’s insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance and more!
  • Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs offering resources and information for personal and work-life issues
  • Family care benefits through Care.com including emergency back-up care benefit for children, adults and even pets!

Hartford HealthCare supports Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners in practice:

·        Dedicated support and voice for our for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants through the Office of Advanced Practice directed by Sarah Clark, MBA, MHS, PA-C, BSN, RN, System Director of Advanced Practice

·        Hartford HealthCare is one of the largest, non-profit, fully-integrated healthcare systems providing patient care in the state, allowing our providers to care for their patients no matter where they reside in Connecticut

·        With tools like EPIC, Hartford HealthCare’s state of the art clinical and informatics technology promotes improved patient outcomes, streamlined continuity of care and superior provider satisfaction

Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioner Role Scope:

Under established guidelines and in collaboration and/or supervision with the practice physician(s), Advanced Practitioners perform routine physical examinations, and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial plans to treat patients.

In consultation with the physician(s) and care team members, Advanced Practitioners develop plans for further evaluation of health needs, e.g., referral to other health team members or specialists.

Advanced Practitioners provide appropriate treatment for problems within the scope of the provider’s practice as designated by protocols and identifies problems outside of their scope of practice and refers appropriately to physician.

About Hartford HealthCare:

·        Honored as a “Best Organizations for Leadership Development” by the National Center for Healthcare Leadership (NCHL)

·        Prestigiously named one of the “Best Hospitals to Work for in Connecticut” by the Becker's Hospital Review

·        Committed to continuous development through The Center for Education Stimulation & Innovation (CESI), our Provider Leadership Development Institute and a robust on demand learning platform including CME, special courses, learning series and tools and resources

·        Established Mentorship and Orientation programs specially designed for newly hired providers and providers new to practice


Qualifications

Requirements:

  • Licensure: Unrestricted State of Connecticut Medical License (or eligible)
  • Training: Certified or board-eligible Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Experience: 2+ years’ experience in Orthopaedic Surgery

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