Job Brief
As an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in diagnosing and treating a variety of acute, episodic, and chronic illnesses. Working independently or as part of a collaborative healthcare team, you will focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and patient education. Your expertise will include ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests, as well as prescribing medications. This role requires a registered nurse with specialized graduate education and a passion for delivering high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans.
- Diagnose and manage acute and chronic health conditions across diverse patient populations.
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory work and imaging studies.
- Prescribe medications and monitor patient responses to treatment.
- Promote health education and disease prevention strategies to patients and their families.
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
- Document patient encounters and maintain accurate medical records in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Stay current with medical best practices and advancements in internal medicine.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing with a specialization as a Nurse Practitioner.
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in Internal Medicine or a related field.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Knowledge of electronic health record (EHR) systems and healthcare regulations.
- Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
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