Nurse Practitioner - Lexington Women's Health

Axia Women's Health is the nation’s largest community-based, integrated women's health network in the country serving women throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Indiana, and Kentucky. At its core, Axia Women’s Health is a community of over 400 providers across nearly 150 locations committed to providing a more caring, connected, and progressive health care experience for women. Its rapidly growing network spans OB/GYN care, breast health, high-risk pregnancy care, urogynecology care, behavioral health, and fertility. Together, Axia Women's Health puts women first by delivering the personalized care needed for women to lead healthier, happier lives. Axia Women’s Health has been recognized as the #1 Physician Practice for Women’s Health by Castle Connolly and certified as a Great Place to Work for five consecutive years. Learn more at [ Lexington Women’s Health, an Axia Women's Health care center, is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join their growing team.

• Locations in Lexington & Nicholasville, Kentucky
• Provider Team: 6 OB/GYN Physicians, 2 GYN Physicians, 6 Nurse Practitioners,

3 Certified Nurse Midwives & Growing

• Affiliated with Baptist Health - Lexington
• Monday to Friday

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner (APRN - CNP) provides comprehensive, specialized care to women across the lifespan, focusing on reproductive health, gynecological issues, family planning, and wellness promotion. * Practices under the standard procedure established for the Nurse Practitioner role consistent with company policy and in accordance with all legal requirements. * Conducts age-appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol. * Performs routine physical examinations within scope of practice, including pelvic examinations, breast examinations, PAP tests, and any relevant infection screenings. Performs IUD and Nexplanon insertions/removals, Endometrial Biopsies, works with Pessaries - education & maintenance; may perform Colposcopies. * Provides education on women’s issues, preventative care, contraceptive methods, and lifestyle modifications.

• Orders diagnostic tests and prescribes medications within scope of practice.
• Provides expert, compassionate care for women during the menopausal

transition (perimenopause, menopause, postmenopausal) by managing symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep issues, educating patients on treatment options (hormonal/non-hormonal), offering lifestyle advice (diet, exercise, supplements), and supporting overall well-being with evidence-based care. * Confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to ensure a smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. * Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on physiological, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy. * Consults with supervising physicians or other clinicians as dictated by patient needs and assessment findings. * Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to ensure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service. * Reviews medical record for follow-up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols. * Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. * Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the practice. * Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate people, and documenting events. * Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning. * Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. * Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information. Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications:

• Must have active, unrestricted, KY APRN-CNP license and DEA.
• Must be able to meet all credentialing requirements.
• Strong understanding of healthcare principles, including anatomy, physiology,

pharmacology, and pathophysiology. * Ability to analyze complex situations, make sound clinical judgments, and adapt treatment plans as necessary. * Effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Ability to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures clearly and empathetically. * Strong computer proficiency and understanding and knowledge of EHR and healthcare technologies.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a healthcare team.
• Willingness to pursue continuing education and stay updated on advances in

Women’s Health. * Must be able to work at each practice location as scheduled. Required Education & Experience:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (MS, MSN, or DNP).
• Board certification in WHNP, FNP, or ANP
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an advanced practice provider working in

Women's Health highly preferred. Will consider new NPs with Obstetrics/Women's Health RN background. Must have Ob experience. * Can perform both IUD and Nexplanon device insertions and removals highly preferred.

• Experience independently performing endometrial biopsies highly preferred.
• Colposcopy trained and independent a plus.
• Ability to read mammography and sonography imaging.
• Knowledge of lab order sets.

Benefits:

• Group-paid Malpractice Insurance coverage!
• Group-reimbursed license, DEA, renewals, and hospital privileging fee.
• Full-time benefit-eligibility with benefits beginning the first of the month

after starting and choice of multiple medical insurance plans. * No-cost healthcare perks included with your Axia Medical Plan, including Revive (Telemedicine), Quantum Health (Healthcare Concierge), and Hinge Health (Virtual Physical Therapy) * Additional insurance options, including dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA, identity theft, long term care, pet insurance and more!

• 401(k) with employer match.
• PTO with additional PTO for CE attendance.
• Reimbursement allowance for approved professional expenses, e.g., CME.
• Group-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability!
• Access to discounts on Hotels, Theme Parks, Gym Memberships, and more through

the Great Work Perks Program. The posted salary range is a good-faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this role. However, final offers may fall outside this range based on experience, skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. At Axia Women’s Health, we’re passionate about creating a community where our colleagues and patients feel empowered to be their full, authentic selves. We welcome all individuals – without regards to gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or sexual orientation – and proudly celebrate our individual experiences and differences. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.