Nurse Practitioner - Non BU - Gastroenterology Vineland MG

Job description

Position Responsibilities
Includes but is not limited to:
-Conduct comprehensive assessments, medical histories, and examinations of patients presenting with gastrointestinal concerns
-Diagnose and develop treatment plans for a variety of GI conditions as stated above
-Provide follow-up care, monitoring of condition as well as comprehensive education
-Order and interpret diagnostic studies, labs, and endoscopic procedures
-Screen patients prior to colonoscopy/endoscopy and provide education
-Ensure compliance with evidence-based guidelines
Position Experience Required
Experience in gastroenterology strongly preferred
Position Qualifications (details here or list below)
• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Current Nurse Practitioner license in NJ
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Active NJ CDS and DEA license
• BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA)

Physical Requirements:
N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)
Lifting C Standing F Sitting O
Lifting 20-50lbs C Climbing O Kneeling F
Lifting>50lbs F Crouching O Reaching F
Carrying C Hearing C Walking F
Pushing C Talking F Vision C
Environmental Conditions:
Noise O Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents O
Noxious odors N Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment O
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Performs a physical examination based on age and history.
• Obtains a relevant health and medical history.
• Conducts preventive screening procedures based on age and history.
• Identifies medical and health risks and needs.
• Updates and records change in health status.
• Identifies needs of the individual, family or community as a result of the evaluation of the collected data.

Formulates the appropriate therapeutic regimens:
• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; obtaining, updating, and studying medical histories.
• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering injections and immunizations; suturing; managing wounds and infections.
• Contributes to physician’s effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range patient care issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary to deliberations; recommending options and course of action; implementing physician directives.
• Priorities are established and a mutually acceptable plan of care is devised to maximize the health potential of the individual, family, or community.
• Provides continuity of care by developing and implementing patient management plans.
• Making appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community agencies.

Providing relevant patient education:
• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens; giving normal growth and development information; discussing family planning; providing counseling on emotional problems of daily living; promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Accurately conducting and interpreting diagnostic Tests:
• Determines abnormal conditions by administering or ordering diagnostic tests, such as x-rays, electrocardiograms, and laboratory studies.
• Interprets results of tests performed or ordered.

Accurate Documentation of Client Status and Care:
• Documents patient care services by charting in EMR and other clinical systems.

Responsibility as Client Advocate:
• The Nurse Practitioner interprets their role to individuals, families, and other health professionals.
• As an advocate, participates in health policy activities at the local, state, and national levels.

Quality Assurance:
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols.
• Participation in quality assurance reviews on a periodic basis, including systematic review of records and treatment plans.
• Maintenance professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Develops health care team staff by providing information, educational opportunities, and experiential growth opportunities.
• Maintenance of certification in compliance with current laws.

Compliance:
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
• Completes annual mandatory Corporate Compliance Training.