Job Description

Position Summary
In collaboration with an attending physician, is responsible for the coordination and direct care of patients within specialty area(s) and clinical protocols as needed. This role is also responsible for providing patient education.

Job Responsibilities
Responsible for patient care on an inpatient and/or outpatient service.
Where applicable, establishes priorities for nursing care through patient assessment and develops nursing care plans. Prepares equipment and assists provider during examination, testing, and treatment of patients as needed.
Coordinates multidisciplinary health care services and arranges diagnostic tests as ordered by physician(s) when needed. Performs inpatient diagnostic testing, therapeutic, and interventional procedures in conjunction with physician as needed.
Triages patient inquiries and communicates test results.
As needed, administers appropriate injections and medications as ordered by medical providers in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Educates patients and staff on pharmacological/drug effects and protocol requirements, if applicable.
When needed, records medical information within the patients’ electronic medical record as appropriate.
May be required to reach out to referring physicians and promote new referrals.
May be responsible for the precertification and preauthorization of prescriptions.
Participates in safety programs and orientation of new staff. Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures.
Ensures infection control compliance within the practice and quality assurance in all aspects of patient care as mandated by institutional, local, state and federal regulatory agency requirements.
When needed, maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.
Attends workshops, seminars and/or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and/or staff as appropriate.
If applicable, assesses patient eligibility and reviews patient medical history for inclusion in clinical studies.
Manages the care of selected patients using protocols agreed upon by medical/nursing personnel. Prescribes and adjusts medications. Makes judgments about the use of pharmaceutical agents as standard treatments in diagnosed conditions.
If applicable, reviews and completes protocol history sheets, flow sheets, study follow-up reports and patient evaluation forms. Prepares and amends IRB protocols, consent forms and research documents.
If applicable, for surgical procedures, responsible for gathering, completing and delivering all pre-operative requirements required for surgery. Reviews discharge summaries and operative notes for accuracy.
Education
Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing
Experience
Approximately 2 or more years of clinical experience as an NP in a physician practice or hospital setting, preferably within a related specialty.

New graduates with related RN experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
A team oriented individual that works collaboratively to achieve team goals.
Licenses and Certifications
NYS Registered Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and current NP registration
NYS Registered Professional Nurse license and current RN registration
Applicable National Board Certification (such as ANCC, PNCB, etc)
Current BLS (must be issued by American Heart Association)
Infection Control Certificate
Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate