About HSS at NCH
At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), we don’t settle for ordinary—we redefine what’s possible in healthcare. Ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years, and the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world by Newsweek, HSS has partnered with NCH to bring that world-class legacy home to Naples. We’ve built a state-of-the-art facility where cutting-edge surgical innovation, advanced rehabilitation, and pioneering research all come together to offer patients world-class excellence in care. Learn more at HSSatNCH.org, HSS.edu, and NCHMD.org.
At HSS at NCH, we foster a vibrant, high-performing culture that empowers people to thrive as themselves. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the field, driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare. Together, we’re not just treating patients—we’re delivering outcomes that transform lives.
Why Join Us?
Joining HSS at NCH means more than taking a job—it’s an invitation to contribute to something greater. You’ll collaborate with leading experts in a dynamic environment that challenges you to be your best, alongside the best. Here, you’ll become part of a future that’s as groundbreaking as our beginning—and that’s something to be passionate about. At HSS at NCH, you’ll find a career that fosters your growth and empowers people to move better, live healthier, and make a lasting impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The Advanced Practice Provider HSS, under the supervision of the physician, according to established practice guidelines and utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards, provides inpatient and outpatient management, consultations, and co-management of surgical patients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned.
· Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of patients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, diagnostic studies and recognizes deviations from the normal. Then develops a diagnosis and works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to formulate and implements the treatment plan.
· Scrub with collaborating surgeon in operating room
· Performs complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as credentialed
· Diagnosing medical and surgical problems and prescribing necessary treatment and services for quality patient care.
· Implements appropriate management based on laboratory results, physical assessment, routine diagnostic and follow-up studies, therapeutic measures, admission and discharge care in accordance with evidence-based medicine.
· Identifies, analyzes, and resolves patient care issues to foster significant improvement in patient care and outcomes
· Dictates and documents in an accurate and timely manner.
· Performs patient education and maintains provision of preventive health services
· Conducts or participates in multidisciplinary rounds.
· Participates in the department call rotation and/or weekend/ holiday rounding as required.
· Prescribe medication
· Participates in quality initiatives to ensure consistent attainment of key quality indicators
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Minimum of Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited school of nursing and have completed advanced practice or nurse practitioner program.
· Licensed as an Advanced Practice Provider in the State of Florida.
· Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role required
· Experience in Orthopedics preferred
· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within 3 months of hire.
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Completes all NCH yearly competencies within the allotted timeframe.
· Strong computer proficiency
· Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities
