Advanced Practice Provider- Rheumatology

Responsibilities

• Performs history and physical examinations on new and return patients;
• establishes presumptive diagnosis;
• establishes the general workup of the patient by ordering appropriate laboratory studies and testing.
• Works in collaboration with physician in formulating treatment plans for health problems and follow-up.
• Counsels patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and provides instruction on proper care and treatment.
• Evaluates outcomes of care delivered to patients and initiates changes in the nursing approach accordingly.
• Triage clinic patient calls.
• Notify physician of need and follow up with patient according to provider instructions as necessary.

Qualifications

• NP - Current Ohio Registered Nursing License.
• Master’s degree in nursing and successful completion of an acceptable Nurse Practitioner education program, or Physician Assistant Program Certification to include Prescriptive Authority.
• Knowledge of triage procedures along with clinic, physician office and/or urgent care experience.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Knowledge of appropriate procedures and standards for the administration of medications and patient care aids.
• Ability to educate and clearly communicate with patients and/or families as to the nature of disease and to provide instruction on proper care and treatment.
• Ability to convey information both in writing and verbally.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Demonstrated poise, tact and diplomacy.
• Analytical ability and critical thinking to gather and interpret data and develop, recommend, and implement solutions.

Pay

USD $105,799.52 - USD $168,339.16 /Yr.