APRN - Clinic

KICK for the GOAL

OrthoArkansas' core values 

KINDNESS

People are happier after interactions with you because you are kind and pleasant. 

INTEGRITY

Always doing the right thing, especially when no one is looking. 

CONSCIENTIOUSNESS

Strive for excellence in all that you do, paying special attention to the details that make a difference in patient care and teamwork. 

KNOWLEDGE 

Be a lifelong learner. 

Position Overview:

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) at OrthoArkansas provides comprehensive patient care within an orthopedic practice setting. This role is responsible for conducting patient assessments, developing and managing treatment plans, prescribing medications and therapies, and performing select medical procedures. The APRN collaborates closely with supervising physicians to deliver high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic care while ensuring accurate documentation, regulatory compliance, and effective patient education. 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment & Clinical Care:
   1. Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients presenting with acute and chronic orthopedic conditions.
   2. Formulate diagnoses and develop individualized treatment plans.
   3. Perform sports physicals and other clinical evaluations as needed.
   4. Collect and analyze subjective and objective patient data through examinations, interviews, and record review.
2. Prescribing & Treatment Management:
   1. Prescribe medications and treatment orders including physical therapy (PT), occupational therapy (OT), imaging studies, and durable medical equipment (DME).
   2. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
3. Procedures & Clinical Interventions:
   1. Perform procedures such as joint injections, joint aspirations, intramuscular injections, wound care, cultures, simple laceration repairs, and joint dislocation reductions as appropriate.
   2. Adhere to all safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
4. Documentation & Systems Use:
   1. Accurately enter progress notes, event notes, phone documentation, and all patient information into the electronic medical record (EMR).
   2. Complete FMLA forms, school notes, and other required documentation.
   3. Become proficient in the electronic health record system, prescription monitoring database, and other frequently used clinical systems.
5. Patient Education & Communication:
   1. Educate and counsel patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and recovery expectations.
   2. Maintain effective communication with patients while ensuring confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
6. Collaboration & Care Coordination:
   1. Collaborate closely with supervising physicians, especially for complex, unusual, or high-risk cases requiring physician consultation or intervention.
   2. Support overall clinic operations through teamwork and effective communication with clinical staff.
7. Additional Responsibilities:
   1. Perform other related duties as assigned to support patient care and clinic operations.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MSN or DNP).
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as an APRN.
• Orthopedic clinical experience strongly preferred.
  

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and priorities efficiently.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and professional standards.

Required Certificates, Licenses, & Registrations:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Arkansas Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Current Arkansas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Current CPR certification.

Software Skills:

• Basic: Alphanumeric data entry, word processing/typing, and clinical documentation systems.

Perks of This Position:

• Impactful & Rewarding Work – Deliver advanced orthopedic care that improves patient outcomes and quality of life.
• Attractive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits – Receive a competitive benefits package including medical coverage, life insurance, 401(k) with employer profit-sharing contributions, paid time off, and paid holidays.
• Culture of Excellence – Join a practice committed to clinical excellence, teamwork, and compassionate care.
• Professional Growth & Development – Opportunities for continued clinical education, procedural skill development, and collaboration with experienced orthopedic physicians.
• Collaborative & Supportive Environment – Work alongside a multidisciplinary team focused on delivering exceptional orthopedic care.

Additional Details:

• Performance Expectations: Provide safe, accurate, and effective patient care while maintaining thorough documentation and strong physician collaboration.
• Professional Development: Ongoing opportunities to expand orthopedic knowledge, procedural skills, and clinical expertise.

Join OrthoArkansas as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and play a vital role in delivering high-quality orthopedic care in a collaborative clinical environment. This in-person, patient-facing role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.