Endocrine Advanced Practice Provider

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking an Endocrinology APP to join its team serving the Central Maine region. The Endocrinology APP provides comprehensive outpatient and/or inpatient care to patients with endocrine disorders under applicable state regulations and organizational policies. The APP collaborates with endocrinologists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess, diagnose, treat, educate, and monitor patients with conditions such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary diseases, obesity, and other endocrine-related conditions.

Requirements

MSN with specialization as an APRN
Current state license as an Nurse Practitioner
BLS upon hire and maintain current
Two years as nurse practitioner in Endocrinology & Diabetes preferred or two years as a nurse practitioner in a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine clinic
Experience with electronic health record systems

Nice To Haves

Insulin pumps
Continuous glucose monitors (CGM's)
Intense insulin regimens
Lead or co-lead SMA's (shared medical appointments), offering medical assessments within a group setting

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.
Diagnose and manage endocrine disorders in collaboration with supervising physicians.
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic test results.
Manage diabetes care, including insulin therapy, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and insulin pump management.
Provide patient education regarding disease management, medications, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and preventive care.
Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state laws and organizational protocols.
Monitor treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed.
Document patient encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, nurses, dietitians, diabetes educators, and other healthcare professionals.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical performance programs.
Maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational requirements.