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Works as a Nurse Practitioner in an ambulatory Rheumatology clinic setting and will be responsible for the care of patients in the practice in accordance with the rules and regulations of Massachusetts. Provides enhanced access for patients into the clinic and coordinates patient care throughout the care continuum - including comprehensive physical examinations, coordination of tests, procedures, and consultations, implement therapy/treatment plans, perform patient education and communicate with referring providers. Promotes a collaborative relationship and effort between the medical staff, professional nurses and administrative staff, to ensure continuity of patient care and efficient use of resources.
The Rheumatology NP provides direct care to patients with rheumatic conditions in collaboration with the physician and the entire rheumatology team.
- Performs full history, physical exam, and utilizes advance practice knowledge to develop a care plan for the patient
- Follows and manages patients (both in collaboration with MD and independently
- Performs specialized procedures particular to the select population mutually agreed upon with the collaborating physician. Specialized procedures include:
- Arthrocentesis of small, intermediate and large joints
- Intra-articular steroid injections
- Prescribes medications in compliance with regulations and protocols
- Monitors labs in patients who are taking medications that require regular blood work
- Is responsible for checking appropriate diagnostic labs and screening labs before starting medications
- Is responsible for follow up care of patients, in collaboration with other staff including nurses and patient service coordinators. In particular, is responsible for monitoring lab results, responding to patient phone calls, and responding to patient messages via the electronic health portal
- Helps to evaluate patients who may need urgent follow up (both in collaboration with MD and independently)
- Collaborates with medical staff and physicians to plan, implement and evaluate pertinent change in practice and health care delivery, thus facilitating a comprehensive plan of care
- Facilitates patient movement through the system and efficient use of resources through interdepartmental collaboration
- Provides consultation to both nurses and serves as a resource to staff in area(s) of expertise
- Maintains and practices in accord with practitioner guidelines per state and hospital regulations.
- Participates in Division of Rheumatology educational meetings
- Maintains the standards and educational requirements specific to the position and licensure
- Identifies own learning needs and goals
- Maintains and updates clinical knowledge and skills based on current health care practice/research
- Completes all hospital requirements for FPPE and OPPE
Qualifications
Master's degree from an accredited school of nursing as Nurse Practitioner.
Requires current licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as a Nurse Practitioner.
2 years of ambulatory experience as an NP, ideally in a rheumatology clinic setting, is preferred but not required
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