Lead Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

TuftsMedicine; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TuftsMedicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care for a patient caseload in collaboration with attending physicians. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment, prescribing and monitoring interventions, and leading care plans for acute and chronic conditions.

The NP will work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes, supervise protocols, and participate in education and discharge planning for patients and families.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Nursing required.
• APRN license and board eligibility as applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 3+ years of nursing experience in acute or primary care.
• ACLS/PALS certifications may be required depending on department.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care for a caseload of patients in collaboration with physicians.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Prescribe and monitor diagnostic/therapeutic interventions.
• Supervise protocols and ensure study compliance as needed.
• Develop, evaluate and modify treatment plans based on patient condition.
• Review and prescribe therapeutic orders; participate in procedures.
• Coordinate home care and follow-up plans with families.
• Facilitate referrals and consultations with specialists.
• Lead and participate in team meetings to maximize outcomes.
• Delegate responsibilities and mentor junior staff as applicable.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with guidelines.

Skills

Nurse practitioner experience

Clinical assessment

Medication management

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

TuftsMedicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care for a patient caseload in collaboration with attending physicians. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment, prescribing and monitoring interventions, and leading care plans for acute and chronic conditions.

The NP will work with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes, supervise protocols, and participate in education and discharge planning for patients and families.