Nurse Practitioner – Spinal Surgery

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Provide direct patient care and clinical assessment of orthopedic patients .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeDedham • Massachusetts • United StatesJunior💰 $133,515 - $181,563 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in direct patient care and clinical assessment for orthopedic patients, with a strong focus on developing care plans, coordinating with healthcare professionals, and initiating emergency treatments. Holds a Nurse Practitioner license and a Master's Degree, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards and protocols.

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Nurse Practitioner LicenseMaster's DegreeEmergency Treatment InitiationClinical AssessmentPatient Education

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Hard Skills

Clinical AssessmentDiagnostic TestingCare Plan DevelopmentPhysical ExaminationEmergency Treatment Protocols

Soft Skills

Patient SupportInterprofessional CollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner Certification

Industry Keywords

Orthopedic CareHealth History ReviewQuality ImprovementContinuing EducationInfluenza Vaccination Requirement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct patient care and clinical assessment of orthopedic patients
Work closely with orthopedic surgeons and act as liaison for nursing and ancillary health professionals
Obtain health histories, perform physical examinations, and review laboratory and diagnostic data
Identify problems and diagnoses based on clinical findings
Develop plans of care, including diagnostic testing, consultations, and referrals
Educate and support patients regarding procedures, health issues, and informed healthcare decisions
Consult medical staff regarding complex assessments
Coordinate care with physicians, physical therapists, and the internal case manager
Review diagnostic tests and laboratory results and arrange follow-up for abnormal findings
Initiate treatment according to established protocols
Participate in operating, hospital, nursing, and quality improvement committees
Participate in educational programs and continuing education
Initiate emergency treatment when indicated, including CPR and Code protocol
Plan time away from work based on operating room schedules and patient load
Participate in annual safety reviews and perform other related duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

Nurse Practitioner license, license and certification in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Master’s Degree required
Graduate of an accredited PA program or master’s prepared in an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
1–3 years of experience
Ability to initiate emergency treatment when indicated, including CPR and Code protocol
Must consistently promote the organization’s WE CARE values
Staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Influenza vaccination provided/required as a condition of employment
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled