What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Brandywine Rheumatology LLC?
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NURSE PRACTITIONER – RHEUMATOLOGY
Job Summary: Performs the full spectrum delivery of care in a fully outpatient rheumatology setting. The APP wlll functions under the direction of the physician supervisor.
Medical Specialty
- Rheumatology
Job Description and Responsibilities
- Provide evidence-based care inclusive of accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management of health problems. Respond to patient escalations identified – i.e. symptoms and labs
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests (blood tests, imaging etc.)
- Respond to patient escalations identified– i.e. abnormal vitals, symptoms and labs
- Propose treatments for autoimmune disorders and other conditions
- Medication management and adjustments; prescribe medications. Perform regular virtual check-ins with patients to review labs and medication management optimization and adherence
- Maintain accurate records and schedules
- Inform patients about their health conditions, prescribed medications, lab and imaging results
- Educate patients and their family members on disease management
- Assist with the infusion clinic supervision periodically
- Advance professional knowledge
Skills
- Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting. New graduates may be considered
- Expertise in primary care, acute care and chronic care practices preferred
- Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
- Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
- Valid nurse practitioner license
- Master’s degree
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Education/Regulatory Requirements
- Current Certified Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Delaware is required.
- Two to four years’ acceptable experience to practice autonomously in various clinical settings preferred.
- Previous work history that demonstrates steady and punctuality is required.
Salary: $60 - $70 an hour depending on experience
Location: Brandywine Rheumatology 1601 Milltown Road, Suite 15, Wilmington, Delaware
Schedule: PT 8-24 hours per week negotiable, 8a-5p
Work Remotely: Available - Partial schedule
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $60.00 - $70.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
Physical Setting:
- Outpatient
License/Certification:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60 - $70