Orthopedics Nurse Practitioner
Van Nuys, CA, 91388, USA
- Healthcare
- Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner
- Inpatient Care
- Post-operative Management
An Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner provides specialized inpatient care for adult patients, managing post-operative treatment, removing medical lines and sutures, and changing dressings. Working autonomously without direct physician supervision, the role requires an active California NP license and experience in surgical procedures. This position is based in Van Nuys, California, and includes comprehensive support and competitive locum compensation.
Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting an experienced Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner to provide coverage at a hospital in Van Nuys, California.
Position Details:
Job Title: Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner Locum
Location: Van Nuys, California
Reason for Coverage: Leave of Absence (LOA)
Practice Setting: Inpatient
Call Schedule: None
Call Ratio: None
Documentation System: EPIC EMR
Trauma Level: Not applicable
Supervision: APP will work autonomously without supervising physician onsite
Patient Age Demographic: Adult
Procedures:
• Removal of lines, drains, sutures, and staples
• Dressing changes
Facility Details:
• Facility Location: Van Nuys
• Setting: Inpatient
• Duties: Orders, post-operative management
• Days per Month: 5 days/week
• Required Procedures: None
• EMR: Cerner
• Support Staff: Secretary and peer NP
Requirements:
• Active California NP license (mandatory; submissions without license will not be accepted)
• Current BLS certification
• Provider must be local; only mileage reimbursement provided
• Clean background highly preferred
• Surgical NP experience preferred
Assignment Benefits:
• Competitive locum compensation (details discussed during interview)
• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
About Vivo HealthStaff:
Vivo HealthStaff is a San Francisco Bay Area-based healthcare staffing and recruitment firm serving clinics and healthcare organizations nationwide. Recognized twice on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and featured on the San Francisco Business Times Fastest Growing Companies list, Vivo HealthStaff is known for delivering reliable, high-quality staffing solutions across multiple medical specialties. Our experienced team is dedicated to matching skilled healthcare professionals with organizations to meet their unique clinical and operational needs.




