Allergy & Asthma Nurse Practitioner (APRN/FNP/AGNP)

About the Company

Med-Care Providers is a patient-centered medical practice committed to delivering high-quality primary and specialty care across Nevada. We combine clinical excellence with innovative care models, including in-office, telehealth, and community-based services. Our mission is to improve access, outcomes, and patient experience through compassionate, evidence-based medicine. We foster a collaborative environment where providers and staff are empowered to deliver exceptional care while continuing to grow professionally.

About the Role

The Allergy & Asthma Nurse Practitioner will independently evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with allergic diseases, asthma, chronic respiratory conditions, and immune-related disorders. The provider will develop individualized treatment plans utilizing evidence-based clinical guidelines and modern diagnostic testing. The ideal candidate is passionate about preventive medicine, chronic disease management, patient education, and improving patients' quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Independently evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients within the scope of Nevada APRN practice.
• Allergy Evaluations
  • Evaluate and manage patients with:
    • Seasonal Allergies
    • Environmental Allergies
    • Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis
    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Recurrent Sinus Infections
    • Dust Mite Allergy
    • Mold Allergy
    • Pet Allergy
    • Pollen Allergy
    • Insect Sting Allergy
    • Latex Allergy
  • Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical history, diagnostic testing, and current practice guidelines.
• Food Allergy Management
  • Evaluate and manage patients with:
    • Peanut Allergy
    • Tree Nut Allergy
    • Shellfish Allergy
    • Milk Allergy
    • Egg Allergy
    • Wheat Allergy
    • Soy Allergy
    • Fish Allergy
    • Sesame Allergy
    • Multiple Food Allergies
    • Oral Allergy Syndrome
  • Provide education regarding allergen avoidance, emergency action plans, and appropriate referrals when indicated.
• Asthma Management
  • Evaluate and treat patients with:
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Exercise-Induced Bronchospasm
    • Occupational Asthma
    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Pediatric Asthma
    • Adult Asthma
  • Responsibilities include:
    • Development of individualized asthma treatment plans
    • Asthma Action Plans
    • Medication optimization
    • Rescue inhaler management
    • Maintenance inhaler management
    • Biologic therapy evaluation (when appropriate)
    • Long-term disease monitoring
    • Patient education
• Diagnostic Testing
  • Perform and interpret diagnostic testing including:
    • Allergy Skin Prick Testing
    • Intradermal Allergy Testing
    • Patch Testing (if offered)
    • Pulmonary Function Testing (Spirometry)
    • Peak Flow Monitoring
    • Fractional Exhaled Nitric Oxide (FeNO), if available
    • Serum Allergy Testing
    • Immunoglobulin Testing
    • Additional diagnostic studies as clinically indicated
• Immunotherapy
  • Evaluate candidates for allergen immunotherapy and provide ongoing management, including:
    • Allergy Shot (SCIT) evaluations
    • Sublingual Immunotherapy (SLIT), if offered
    • Treatment planning
    • Monitoring patient response
    • Managing adverse reactions
    • Adjusting immunotherapy schedules
    • Long-term follow-up
• Medication Management
  • Prescribe and manage medications including:
    • Antihistamines
    • Intranasal corticosteroids
    • Leukotriene receptor antagonists
    • Bronchodilators
    • Inhaled corticosteroids
    • Combination inhalers
    • Epinephrine Auto-Injectors
    • Oral corticosteroids (when clinically appropriate)
    • Biologic therapies (when appropriate and within scope)
    • Other evidence-based allergy and asthma treatments
  • Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and adherence while ensuring safe prescribing practices.
• Chronic Respiratory Conditions
  • Evaluate and manage patients with:
    • Chronic Cough
    • Chronic Rhinitis
    • Non-Allergic Rhinitis
    • Chronic Urticaria (Hives)
    • Angioedema
    • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
    • Allergic Contact Dermatitis
    • Recurrent Respiratory Infections
    • Eosinophilic Disorders (when appropriate)
  • Coordinate care with pulmonology, dermatology, ENT, and other specialists as needed.
• Patient Education
  • Educate patients and families regarding:
    • Allergy avoidance strategies
    • Environmental control measures
    • Medication adherence
    • Proper inhaler technique
    • Nebulizer use
    • Asthma Action Plans
    • Recognition of severe allergic reactions
    • Use of epinephrine auto-injectors
    • Prevention of asthma exacerbations
    • Lifestyle modifications to reduce allergy triggers
• Documentation
  • Maintain timely and accurate Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation
  • Complete detailed allergy and asthma treatment plans
  • Ensure compliance with organizational, state, federal, and payer documentation requirements
  • Utilize evidence-based clinical protocols and guidelines

Qualifications

Required

• Active Nevada APRN License
• National Board Certification (FNP, AGNP, Adult NP, or Adult-Gerontology NP)
• Current DEA Registration or eligibility to obtain
• Current BLS Certification
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Preferred

• Experience in Allergy & Immunology
• Experience in Asthma Management
• Experience performing or interpreting allergy testing
• Experience managing immunotherapy patients
• Experience interpreting spirometry and pulmonary function testing
• Familiarity with AAAAI and ACAAI clinical practice guidelines
• Experience with biologic therapies for asthma and allergic diseases
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred