Nurse Practitioner. FT

The Nurse Practitioner will provide primary care services, including routine examinations and medication management, while collaborating with other healthcare providers. This role involves gathering and recording medical histories, working with doctors to order diagnostic tests, performing routine examinations, and addressing patients' primary healthcare needs

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed in this position. This is not a complete listing of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required. Other duties may be assigned.

- Interview patients and families to collect comprehensive information about their medical history, current medications, allergies, past illnesses, and surgeries. This helps in formulating an accurate diagnosis and individualized care plan.

- Work closely with physicians to recommend and order appropriate diagnostic tests, such as blood work, imaging scans, and laboratory tests. Review and interpret the results to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.

- Conduct thorough physical exams to assess patients' overall health condition, identify any abnormalities, and document findings. This may include measuring vital signs, evaluating reflexes, and assessing overall physical functioning.

- Provide direct care by addressing common and complex health concerns. This includes prescribing medications, recommending therapies, and implementing treatment plans to address acute or chronic conditions. Monitor patient progress and adjust treatments as necessary.

- Evaluate symptoms and patient history to diagnose illnesses, conditions, or injuries. Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to create comprehensive care plans that may involve medication management, physical therapy, or lifestyle changes.

- Use and maintain various medical devices and equipment to assist in diagnosing and treating patients. This may include EKG machines, ultrasound equipment, or diagnostic monitors, ensuring their proper function during patient care.

- Prescribe and administer medications following medical guidelines, and monitor patients for reactions, side effects, and the overall effectiveness of the medication. Make necessary adjustments based on patient responses and documented changes.

- Respond promptly to emergency situations, offering clinical consultation and immediate interventions to stabilize patients in crisis. Develop urgent treatment plans in collaboration with the healthcare team to address life-threatening conditions.

- Provide detailed education on managing chronic conditions, proper medication usage, preventive care, and lifestyle modifications. Offer guidance to patients and their families to promote long-term health and well-being.

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to create, modify, and implement personalized care plans. Ensure each plan meets the unique medical and psychosocial needs of each patient.

- Conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor patients' progress and make necessary adjustments to treatment plans. Provide timely feedback and recommendations to patients and families, addressing concerns and ensuring continuity of care.

- Keep updated on current legal and regulatory standards governing healthcare practices, particularly those related to patient privacy (HIPAA) and workplace safety (OSHA). Ensure compliance in all areas of clinical practice.

- Record all patient interactions, assessments, and treatment outcomes in the EHR system in a timely and accurate manner. Ensure that records are thorough and meet organizational and regulatory standards

- Regularly assess and monitor patients for any changes in their condition. Adapt treatment plans as necessary to accommodate evolving healthcare needs, ensuring that interventions remain effective and appropriate.

Qualifications

- Minimum five years of Nurse Practitioner experience.

- Masters degree from an accredited nursing program.

- Licensed and registered as a Nurse Practitioner in the District of Columbia, board-certified by ANCC or AANP.

- Authorization to prescribe medications.

- Experience providing primary care as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

- Proficiency with medical instruments and equipment relevant to the role.

- Knowledge of EHR systems and point-of-care technology.

- Understanding of federal and state regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Strong knowledge of disease prevention.