Nurse Practitioner - Office-based (Acute Care)

Description Urology of Virginia (UVA) has a 100-year history of providing comprehensive and high-quality care to the entire Hampton Roads region. Our clinical care team consists of board-certified Urologists and 30+ Advanced Practice Providers. Working in a team-based environment, our mission is to help patients optimize their urological health, while providing rewarding opportunities for APPs to function at the top of their license. Our APP program is nationally recognized as a leader in developing and expanding the role of APPs in Urology. Highlights of all positions include: 12-week dedicated training program at hiring No night call responsibilities Opportunities to perform procedures in office or ASC setting (cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, etc.) Opportunities to subspecialize if desired Job Overview We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide office-based care within our Acute Care clinical model. This successful clinic allows a ‘same day/next day’ appointments model for patients with urgent urological conditions. Most common diagnoses are: kidney stones, hematuria, infection, urinary retention, etc. The Nurse Practitioner will decide upon intervention and follow up needs in collaboration with the supporting physicians. Involvement in procedural care is available and encouraged. Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrate a high degree of general medical and urological knowledge and exercise independent judgment as appropriate Assess the patient’s medical conditions (ex: kidney stones, hematuria, infection, urinary retention, etc.) by completion of a urological examination Document appropriately and communicate with the appropriate physician in a timely manner as required, including, but not limited to: evaluations, treatment plans, progress reports, treatment notes, and other reports as requested Order and evaluate laboratory, radiological and diagnostic tests Prescribe, monitor, and adjust medications and devices based on the patient’s medical condition Develop and perform treatment plans in accordance with established protocols Order physical therapy, occupational therapy and/or home health care as appropriate Perform acute office-based procedures as trained Required License/Experience/Skills Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program Licensure in the state of Virginia Equal employment opportunity for all is a very important philosophy for our practice. We will evaluate all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, non-disqualifying disability, history of military service, genetic information, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to all employment practices, including, but not limited to, recruitment, employment, assignments, promotions, reassignments or transfers, disciplinary matters, establishment of rates of pay or other compensation, and selection for training programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr