NURSE PRACTITIONER - ENDOCRINOLOGY

Nurse Practitioner-- Endocrinology

Responsible for providing direct patient care within the practice and directive of collaborating physician; assessment and management of patients; day to day implementation and evaluation of the appropriate plan of care; serving as a consultant, researcher, and educator.

Works in collaboration with the Physician as well as nursing and support services to provide patient-focused care. Performs history & physicals, documentation of findings; communication with collaborating Provider. Orders appropriate diagnostic testing; reviews results/ informs patients & Providers of findings and required follow up. Patient education and support. Ensures continuity of care for follow-up treatments. Other duties as necessary under direction of Provider/s and Administration.

Skills: Teamwork Ability, Patient Care, Analytical, Attention to Detail, Accuracy, HIPPA, Documentation, Oral Communication, Organizational, Multi-Tasking, Interpersonal, Time-Management, Medical Office, Electronic Medical Record

Experience: Active Kentucky Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license; FNP. ACLS/BLS required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with high focus on quality patient care in teamwork-oriented environment. Previous work experience as a Nurse Practitioner; medical office/ hospital experience highly preferred.