Orthopedic Surgery - Nurse Practitioner

Updated 12/16/25
83706, Boise, Idaho, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Orthopedics
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service

Job at a glance

Degree Required Other
Position Type Locums/Travel
Work Environment Hospital Inpatient
Visa Sponsorship No

Job description

Job description JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Orthopedic Surgery - Nurse Practitioner
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Boise, ID
• Service Setting: Acute Care Hospital
• Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
• Coverage Period: 03/02/2026 – Ongoing (approximately 9 weeks)
• Clinical Shift Schedule: Day shifts, approximately 7:00a – 6:00p
• On-Call Shift Schedule: Limited evening call on select dates

COVERAGE DATES
• March 2, 2026 – OR
• March 3, 2026 – Inpatient
• March 5, 2026 – OR
• March 6, 2026 – OR
• March 9, 2026 – OR
• March 10, 2026 – Inpatient
• March 19, 2026 – Inpatient
• March 20, 2026 – OR
• April 2, 2026 – Inpatient
• April 10, 2026 – Inpatient
• April 16, 2026 – Inpatient
• April 17, 2026 – OR
• April 30, 2026 – Inpatient with PM call

PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adults
• Admissions: Yes
• Rounding: Included
• Phone Consults: Included as part of call coverage
• Case Mix: Orthopedic surgery, orthopedic trauma, fracture care, postoperative management

FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: Standard inpatient and OR resources
• Specialty Backup Available: Orthopedic surgeons and trauma services
• Support Staff Available: Nursing and ancillary support
• Reason for Coverage: Supplemental orthopedic surgery coverage

PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: Expedited for licensed providers

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Call Rates: Separate call back and night call rates apply
• Orientation: All hours billable
• Malpractice Insurance: Covered

REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Orthopedic inpatient rounding
• Fracture and trauma management support
• Postoperative care coordination
• OR assistance as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Idaho NP license required; compact licensure acceptable
• Board: Certified Nurse Practitioner
• Certifications: As required by facility
• Experience: Orthopedic surgery and inpatient rounding experience required
• Other Qualifications: Must be comfortable with charting and rounding independently in Epic

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide orthopedic surgery coverage in the operating room and inpatient setting
• Round on orthopedic and trauma patients and manage postoperative care
• Participate in limited evening call coverage as scheduled
• Collaborate with orthopedic surgeons, nursing staff, and care teams
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the Epic EMR system
By applying you agree to our Terms of Service

Explore the area

Job Description

Explore the area