Nurse Practitioner - Rheumatology

Brandywine Rheumatology; Wilmington (DE); Hybrid; USD 70,257 - 95,054; Part time

Job summary

Brandywine Rheumatology is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide expanded rheumatology care under physician supervision. The role includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and ongoing patient education in a clinic setting.

The ideal candidate holds DE NP licensure, a Master’s degree, and BLS certification, with 2–4 years of autonomous experience. Partial remote work is available and the schedule is part-time.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Nurse Practitioner licensure in Delaware required.
• Two to four years’ autonomous practice experience preferred.
• Master’s degree required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based care including assessment, diagnosis and management of rheumatology issues.
• Respond to patient escalations identified via symptoms and labs.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (blood work, imaging, etc.).
• Adjust medications and prescribe treatments; manage medications.
• Conduct regular virtual check-ins to review labs and optimize adherence.

Skills

NP license in Delaware

Rheumatology experience

BLS certification

Education

Master’s degree

Certified Nurse Practitioner licensure (DE)

Job description

NURSE PRACTITIONER - RHEUMATOLOGY

Job Summary: Performs in an expanded role in the delivery of health care in the rheumatology clinic. Performs according to the advanced practice registered nursing standards and functions. Functions under the direction of the physician supervisor.

Medical Specialty

• Rheumatology

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Provide evidence- based care inclusive of accurate assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management of rheumatology related health problems.
• Respond to patient escalations identified – i.e. symptoms and labs
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (blood tests, imaging etc.)
• Respond to patient escalations identified via RPM – i.e. abnormal vitals, symptoms and labs
• Propose treatments for autoimmune disorders and other conditions
• Medication management and adjustments; prescribe medications.
• Perform regular virtual check-ins with patients to review labs and medication management optimization and adherence
• Maintain accurate records and schedules
• Inform patients about their health conditions, prescribed medications, lab and imaging results
• Educate patients and their family members on disease management
• Advance professional knowledge

Skills

• Proven experience as Nurse Practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting. New graduates may beconsidered
• Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
• Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
• Valid nurse practitioner license in Delaware
• Master’s degree
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Education/Regulatory Requirements

• Current Certified Nurse Practitioner licensure in the State of Delaware is required.
• Two to four years’ acceptable experience to practice autonomously in various clinical settings preferred.
• Previous work history that demonstrates steady and punctuality is required.

Salary: $60 an hour

Location: Brandywine Rheumatology 1601 Milltown Road, Wilmington, Delaware

Schedule: PT 8-24 hours week negotiable, 8a-5p

Work Remotely: Available - Partial schedule