Emory Healthcare APP Fellowship, Movement Disorders -Spring 2027

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The NP Fellow will gain the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for patients with movement disorders over the course of the training program. The Fellow will assess patient status, interpret data, and develop care requirements. This fellowship aims to develop expertise in diagnosing and managing movement disorders using evidence-based medicine, performing physical examinations, ordering diagnostic tests, prescribing treatments, and managing medications. The role also involves patient education, coordinating care with other professionals, and potentially participating in clinical trials. Fellows will provide independent outpatient care in partnership with physicians and other providers and document all care in medical records.

Requirements

Graduate degree from an accredited school of nursing as a Primary Care Adult-Gerontology or Family Nurse Practitioner
Minimum GPA of 3.0 on 4.0 scale
Minimum of three years clinical experience as a registered nurse
National board certification in Nurse Practitioner specialty
Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the state of Georgia by the Georgia Board of Nursing and certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or equivalent body.
Licenses at least four months prior to the start of the program year (September 1)
BLS and Healthcare Provider certifications required.
ACLS may be required in some areas.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year experience as a nurse practitioner

Responsibilities

Describe the pathophysiology of selected movement disorders
Apply evidence-based medicine in the diagnosis and ongoing provision of quality, cost-effective care for persons with selected movement disorders.
Performs physical examinations and specialized diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures.
Diagnose medical problems, develop care plans, and prescribe treatment.
Order and schedule and/or perform laboratory tests and diagnostic procedures as needed.
Collect and interpret diagnostic data to implement appropriate patient care plans.
Prescribe drugs to treat specific illnesses and reviews medications and treatment modalities for clinical need, simplification and possible adverse reactions to adjust as indicated and applicable.
Administer injections for specific conditions including sialorrhea
Detect and evaluate for any significant change in patient's condition, treating as indicated with current evidence-based practice.
Arrange for consultations with or referrals to other medical professionals or community services as needed.
Select, administer, and interpret established rating scales to assess and monitor the clinical status of persons with selected movement disorders.
Design and present an educational offering for persons, families, communities, or professionals focused on a specific aspect of a selected movement disorder that is cognizant of the social, emotional, physical and cultural needs of participants
Demonstrate organizational skills in the management of a panel of persons with selected movement disorder
Display effective communication and presentation skills as a member of the interprofessional team
Be able to define how and when the administration of botulinum toxin injections are needed, as well as explain the side effects, when to refer, and how to manage problems for persons with selected movement disorders
Differentiate the roles and responsibilities of clinical trial research team members
Formulate, implement, and evaluate a plan for continuity of care for a person with a selected movement disorder that includes liaison and coordination with community agencies and healthcare professionals
DBS programming, intra-operative micro recording observation and Duopa management
Educate patients on health habits, self-examinations, behavior management, need for follow-up assessments/treatments, at home medical care, medication and other issues related to medical or health problems.
Provide independent outpatient care in clinic in partnership with our physicians and other providers.
Document the delivery of care in the individual's medical records.
Works with manager to formulate plan for professional development
Attends educational in-services as appropriate.
Participates in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
Actively participates on organizational health services committees and performs related responsibilities as required
Requirement: Be on back-up call once a month, to allow for full-scope practice as part of the training experience.
Outreach and Education: Engage in community service and outreach, including support groups, education seminars for the public and service to the underserved local community.