Nurse Practitioner

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine on the Upper East Side seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care within the Stroke Critical Care unit. The role involves evaluating patients, coordinating care, ordering tests, and educating patients according to specialty practice standards.

Teaching and mentorship may be included within institutional training programs. The position is exempt, Monday-Friday, 35 hours per week, with a salary range of $150,300 to $160,800, reflecting NYC compensation

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing required.
• New York State NP license and current NP registration.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in outpatient and/or inpatient settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care on outpatient and inpatient services.
• Evaluate patients with histories and examinations; order labs and imaging.
• Prescribe medications and therapies per guidelines.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and prevention.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize care and outcomes.
• Engage in teaching/mentorship within institutional programs.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Care coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Master's of Science Degree in Nursing

Job description

• As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices

Title: Nurse Practitioner

Location: Upper East Side

Org Unit: Stroke Critical Care

Work Days: Monday-Friday

Weekly Hours: 35.00

Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $150,300.00 - $160,800.00

Position Summary

Responsible for direct patient care and coordination within specialty area(s). Assesses patients by means of health history and physical examination. Initiates and orders selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as determined by specialty area(s) following appropriate clinical protocols. Educates and councils patients as appropriate by department and specialty practice standards. Confers with physicians and other health care providers in completing and implementing appropriate patient treatment plans. This role supports the clinical, educational, and academic mission of the institution. In addition to clinical responsibilities, this role may include teaching and mentorship through institutional training programs, including the WCM PA Program.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for direct patient care on an outpatient and/or inpatient service.
• Evaluates new and/or established patients by obtaining comprehensive and focused health histories and performing both limited and complete physical examinations as appropriate.
• Orders labs, imaging, diagnostic testing, and consultations. Reviews and interprets results to develop patient care plan. Prescribes medications and therapeutic interventions as appropriate, following accepted standard of care and practice guidelines.
• Depending on department and training, performs therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
• Enters the above in patients' medical records in accordance with documentation best practice standards.
• Counsels/educates patients and their care providers on acute/chronic disease management, disease prevention and health promotion, considering age, education, psychosocial needs, and cultural background to ensure safe, complete, & culturally competent care.
• Confers with specialists, attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, and/or other health care providers to promote continuity of care and optimize patient outcomes.
• Participates in performance improvement and educational activities as appropriate.
• Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Performs related duties & responsibilities as determined by patient or practice needs and as required by delineation of privileges, in accordance with legal scope of practice and departmental protocols.

Education

• Master's of Science Degree in Nursing

Experience

Approximately 2 or more years of clinical experience as an NP in a physician practice or hospital setting, preferably within a related specialty. New graduates with related RN experience may be considered. Prior experience or interest in clinical teaching, precepting, or academic program involvement in an advanced practice provider training program is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• A team oriented individual that works collaboratively to achieve team goals.

Licenses and Certifications

• NYS Registered Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and current NP registration
• NYS Registered Professional Nurse license and current RN registration
• Applicable National Board Certification (such as ANCC, PNCB, etc)
• Current BLS (must be issued by American Heart Association)
• Infection Control Certificate
• Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

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