Advanced Heart Failure NP

TuftsMedicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TuftsMedicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care for a caseload of patients, operating as an advanced practice clinician within a multidisciplinary team. You will perform comprehensive assessments, diagnose and treat acute and chronic conditions, and develop treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and other professionals.

You will supervise protocols, order and interpret tests, and participate in quality improvement initiatives, continuing education, and research as

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Nursing required.
• APRN license and BLS certification required.
• At least 3 years nursing experience.
• ACLS or PALS certifications may be required for department.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Apply advanced nursing knowledge to provide care for an assigned caseload in collaboration with the attending physician.
• Provide age-appropriate care for patients in the clinical area.
• Perform procedures and treatments according to guidelines and professional standards.
• Order and administer medications; monitor patient response and safety.
• Maintain familiarity with equipment and ensure safe operation.
• Document initial and follow-up notes and order appropriate tests.
• Plan and coordinate home care and follow-up visits as needed.
• Initiate referrals and consultations with specialists when indicated.
• Facilitate family and team meetings to support patient care decisions.
• Coordinate and direct medical/nursing care plans with the care team; delegate tasks as appropriate.

Skills

Advanced nursing knowledge

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

APRN license

BLS certification

3 years nursing experience

ACLS/PALS certifications may be required

Tools

EMR / Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Job Profile Summary

These roles focus on providing high-quality patient care and promoting wellness. APCs work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare professionals to diagnose and treat a variety of acute and chronic conditions. In addition, this role focuses on conducting comprehensive patient assessments, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing and implementing treatment plans for acute and chronic illness, providing education to patients and families about preventive care, treatment options, and self-care techniques, and evaluation of therapeutic response to the treatment plan and with adjustment of interventions developed as needed. A professional individual contributor role that may direct the work of other lower level professionals or manage processes and programs. The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills typically acquired through advanced education. A senior level role that requires advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Typically responsible for: managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision, coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals, resolving difficult and sometimes complex problems.

Job Overview

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for providing primary care for a caseload of patients . As an advanced practice nurse, the NP has received specialized training and education in the management of the acute care . The NP is uniquely qualified to meet the responsibilities of the role which include, but are not limited to: Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment ; Prescribing and performance of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions ; Supervise protocols and insure compliance of studies ; Development, evaluation and modifications of treatment plans as patient condition warrants ; Review/prescribe therapeutic orders for patients ; and Participate in diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as indicated by patient condition. The NP practices in collaboration with the attending physician and other members of the multidisciplinary team to insure optimal patient outcomes . The NP works in conjunction with the primary nurse to provide patient and family centered care, providing psycho-emotional support, educational support and discharge planning that is individualized and comprehensive. Additionally, the NP will be able to provide clinical consultation and participate in medical and nursing research. The NP will participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, clinical outcome evaluation and monitoring.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications :

• Masters degree in Nursing .
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification .
• Three (3) years of nursing experience .
• Certifications (i.e. ACLS, PALS) relevant to the department and type of care being provided may be required.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Five (5) years of nursing experience
• Specialty nursing certification .

Duties and Responsibilities :

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list . Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• A pplies advanced nursing knowledge and experience to provide care to a ssigned caseload of patients assigned , in collaboration with the attending physician. This care involves comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment of common problems encountered throughout the disease process . The NP provides comprehensive symptom management throughout the illness trajectory with specific attention to goals of care.
• P rovide care that is appropriate to the age of patients served in the clinical area.
• Performs procedures and treatments using nursing judgment and according to established practice guidelines and professional standards.
• Orders and administers drugs in a manner that demonstrates advanced knowledge of pharmacology and medications . Monitors medication treatment according to patient's response.
• Remains knowledgeable about equipment and utilizes equipment in a safe manner.
• Writes clear, comprehensive initial and follow up notes. Orders appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests.
• Plans effectively for any necessary home care and follow-up.
• Initiates referrals and consultations with appropriate specialists as indicated .
• Facilitates family and team meetings as appropriate to patient care needs.
• Directs the medical/nursing plan of care building collegial relationships among the team of his/her colleagues and peers to maximize patient care and outcomes.
• Delegates responsibilities to others with an understanding of their roles, knowledge and capabilities.
• Facilitates cooperative and collaborative relationships among