Nurse Practitioner, High Risk Genetic Testing

Cape Cod Healthcare Inc.; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 149,000 - 164,000; Part time

Job summary

Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, MA seeks a Nurse Practitioner for the High-Risk Genetic Testing Program. You will evaluate genetic risk, coordinate care, and advise families with inherited conditions.

You will collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care within the Breast Care Center and Women's Health programs. The role requires certification in genetic testing, NP licensure in Massachusetts, a master's in nursing, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• English reading/writing capability required.
• Mass RN and NP licensure are required.
• Master's degree in Nursing is required.
• Genetic testing certification within 1 year of hire is required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• 6+ months of Nurse Practitioner practice preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine individual or family risk for genetic testing mutations.
• Act as liaison/advocate for patients with inherited conditions.
• Provide information and support to families during consultations.
• Identify at-risk families, analyze inheritance probability and communicate results.
• Coordinate care with physicians; keep physicians informed.
• See patients at Cape Cod Hospital locations; document for continuity.
• Participate in follow-up programs and collaborate with the health care team.
• May conduct research related to genetic conditions or counseling.
• Support Women’s Health programs and community activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Genetic testing knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Master degree in Nursing

MA licensure as a Nurse Practitioner

MA-RN License

Mass Controlled Substances Registration

Certification in Genetic Testing

Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner cert. in Women’s Health

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Minimum 6 months NP practice

Job description

Purpose of Position

The Nurse Practitioner of the High-Risk Genetic Testing Program will determine individual or family risk for a variety of genetic testing mutations.

Description

• Acts as a liaison or advocate for patients carrying a genetic trait or have an inherited disease
• Is an resource for physicians in identifying genetic structures to reach a definitive diagnosis
• Initiates consultations to provide information and support to families in which a member is diagnosed with a genetic mutation or is at risk or prone to certain inherited diseases
• Identifies families at risk in the community investigating the problem, analyzes the inheritance pattern and probability of occurrence or recurrence, then interpreting the information gathered to the families concerning the mutation and discuss and order any further testing or treatment available
• Reports to Medical Director of High-Risk Genetic Testing Program and Breast Services and collaborates daily with her on scope of practice
• Nurse Practitioner is to see patients at the Cuda Women’s Health Center or other areas of the CCHC organization where such patients may be seen
• Nurse Practitioner is to keep the physicians informed of all patients being seen so appropriate physician review and involvement can be insured
• To participate in patient, follow up program as assigned or requested
• Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively and cooperatively with all physicians, nurses and ancillary staff members of the Center
• Assures that the patient’s rights as identified by the institution are met
• Communicates all data relevant to patient and/or family needs to the health care team
• Coordinates patient care with other health team members by documentation and communicating data for patients with common well-defined diagnosis/patient problem to provide continuity of care
• May help conduct research related to genetic conditions or genetic counseling
• Contributes to the Women’s Health program through participation in community activities
• The supervising physician will review all the written notes from the consultation of the NP with recommendations for diagnostic imaging and procedures

Insurance

The advanced practice staff shall, at all times, carry professional malpractice liability insurance with average of at least $1,000,000 per claim.

Consultation

If, at any time during the course of a client’s evaluation or treatment, the advanced practice identifies the patient’s care to be beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner’s expertise, consultation will occur with the supervising physician.

Commitment

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• MA-RN License
• MA licensure as a Nurse Practitioner
• Master degree in Nursing
• Mass Controlled Substances Registration
• Certification in Genetic Testing from a nationally recognized accredited program within one (1) year of hire
• Advanced practice Nurse Practitioner certification in Women’s Health
• Recommend CEU’S to meet certification requirement
• BLS current certification required
• Recommend ACLS current certification
• At least six (6) months practice as a Nurse Practitioner

Schedule Details

4 Day Work Week (0.8 FTE), Rotating Days, Monday-Friday, No Weekends, & No Holidays

Organization

Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location

Massachusetts-Hyannis

Department

CCH-Breast Care Center

Annual/Hourly

Annual - Based on Full Time Employment

Hiring Pay Range

148778 - 164116