Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Orthopedics Needed in OR

Job Description

Our client in Oregon is seeking an Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner for a 60-day assignment starting May 18, 2026. This role involves daily shifts from 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on providing comprehensive orthopedic evaluation and management in both clinic and inpatient settings, assisting orthopedic surgeons in the operating room, and managing post-operative rounding and follow-up care.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide orthopedic evaluation and management in clinic and inpatient settings
• Conduct comprehensive patient histories, physical exams, and orthopedic assessments
• Order and interpret imaging, including X-ray, CT, and MRI, along with other diagnostic tests
• Assist orthopedic surgeons in the operating room for procedures such as total joint replacements, arthroscopic procedures, fracture fixation (ORIF), and tendon or ligament repair
• Perform bedside procedures and fracture care, including fracture reductions, splinting, casting, and cast changes
• Manage post-operative rounding and follow-up care
• Develop comprehensive treatment plans, which may include bracing, splinting, injections, and therapy referrals
• Provide patient education on recovery, rehabilitation, and injury prevention
• Participate in call rotation for orthopedic consults and urgent cases
• Coordinate care effectively with surgeons, nursing staff, physical and occupational therapists, and other hospital teams
• Administer joint injections and aspirations for areas like the knee, shoulder, and hip
• Perform wound care and staple/suture removal
• Conduct closed reductions and immobilization

Additional Information

• EMR: Meditech EHR

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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