Advanced Practice Provider - Inpatient Spine

Department Overview

The appointee shall provide services as assigned by the supervisor in furtherance of the university’s missions and goals of teaching, research, patient care, outreach and public service.

The Orthopedic inpatient APP delivers care aligned with a defined scope of practice in the Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation including high-acuity patients with traumatic spine injuries in the inpatient and hospital-based setting, with work expectations operationalized through departmental workflows, productivity standards, and performance expectations consistent with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and institutional policies. This role emphasizes rapid assessment, perioperative management, and coordination of care for complex orthopedic spine patients.

This role is structured to meet contract-defined work expectations of 200 10-hour shifts per year, inclusive of daytime coverage, aligned with the clinical coverage model and patient care needs of the service.

The Orthopedic inpatient APP will participate in departmental scheduling processes with scheduling practices aligned to contract provisions, equitable distribution of coverage, and maintenance of safe, consistent clinical operations.

This position is represented by the Oregon Nurses Association, Advance Practice United, subject to the active collective bargaining agreement.

Function/Duties of Position

Clinical Activities (not related to assigned administrative, education, or research FTE teaching or research):

• Participate in rounding on hospitalized patients
• Lead discharge planning, including placement, rehabilitation needs, and follow-up care
• Ensure smooth transitions to outpatient care and post-acute services
• Perform comprehensive and focused assessments of patients with acute spine injuries.
• Triage and evaluate spine consults from the emergency department and inpatient unit
• Promote adherence to trauma protocols and evidence-based orthopedic pathways
• Participate in spine performance improvement and quality initiatives
• Support compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards
• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures

All APPs are expected to support the clinical, education, and research mission of OHSU through routine clinical care that includes working with students, trainees, and patients participating in research, consistent with their role, scope of practice, and applicable contract and institutional policies.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Master Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in the specialty of Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP), or Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG ACNP) from an accredited program.a recognized APRN specialty (Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner),   - OR -

• Successful completion of a Master Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program.

• Experience in orthopedic surgery or musculoskeletal care preferred

• Strong knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy and orthopedic conditions 

• Surgical assisting skills 

• Excellent clinical assessment abilities 

• Strong communication and patient education skills 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced clinical and surgical environment 

• Team collaboration and problem-solving skill

• Current RN and APRN NP licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing. 

• Current national ANCC Certification in the area of specialization.

• Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification as indicated for the position. 

• DEA Certification. - OR -

• Current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board.

• Current NCCPA Certification.  

• Current BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification. 

• DEA Certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in orthopedic surgery or musculoskeletal care preferred

Additional Details

Combination of outpatient clinic, hospital, and surgical settings May require standing for extended periods and assisting in surgical procedures

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]