Nurse Practitioner - Urogynecology - Manhattan - 8 hr days

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1d • $151,531 - $182,031

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is hiring a Nurse Practitioner in Urogynecology in Manhattan. The role provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and applicable standards of care. It includes diagnosing illness and physical conditions and performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for the designated inpatient or outpatient patient population under a collaborative practice agreement with a specific physician on the NYU Hospitals Center staff.

The Nurse Practitioner plans and evaluates patient care, collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, prescribes medications and services within applicable protocols and New York State law, and supports research, education, quality improvement, and professional development. The position requires current New York State RN and Nurse Practitioner registrations, a master’s degree in nursing, Nurse Practitioner certification, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

NYU Grossman School of Medicine offers employees a comprehensive benefits and wellness package, including financial security benefits, a generous time-off program, employee resource groups, and a holistic wellness program. The annual salary range is $151,530.94 to $182,030.94; actual salary depends on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.

Requirements

• Current New York State registration as a Professional Nurse.
• Current New York State registration as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Certification by ANCC or another specialty organization that certifies Nurse Practitioners in a clinical practice area, required as soon as feasible following graduation from an NP graduate program.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS or PALS) through the American Heart Association, or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics, may be required depending on selected privileges.
• At least five years of clinical nursing practice caring for the patient population served, with ability to apply the nursing process toward organized outcomes addressing patient and family safety and satisfaction.
• Previous Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving, critical thinking, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to act as an effective change agent.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform the responsibilities.
• Membership in professional specialty organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization according to protocols, pathways, and other means.
• Monitor the cost effectiveness of the position, including service efficiency and performance indicators.
• Assist with preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies within the area of expertise.
• Use evidence-based health care literature to advise and support practice changes within the designated service.
• Participate in developing and monitoring patient outcomes for quality and performance improvement.
• Serve as a clinical expert and educational resource for peers and other health professionals.
• Maintain current expertise and promote professional growth and development in clinical and managerial roles.
• Consider the needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in patient care.
• Evaluate treatment and health care plans and modify them according to clinical standards and practice protocols.
• Practice as a member of the allied health staff in accordance with Medical Staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineated privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services according to practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
• Collaborate with attending and consulting physicians and other disciplines to develop and implement appropriate plans of care that reflect patient and family preferences and support quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
• Formulate plans of care with the attending physician, patient, and family based on goals of care and expected length of stay.
• Order customary laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies; distinguish normal from abnormal findings and follow protocols for abnormal results, including referrals when appropriate.
• Perform complete health histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments for patients within the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Function respectfully as a member of the health care team.
• Participate in activities related to professional nursing standards and regulations of relevant outside agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and incorporate the organization's Service Standards into work responsibilities.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with nursing staff responsible for hospital patients about therapeutic regimens.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to ensure timely communication with nursing staff.
• Collaborate with the attending physician to maintain timely, appropriate communication with family members, housestaff, other disciplines, and ancillary services.
• Participate in developing and revising interdisciplinary and nursing standards and patient and family education materials relevant to the area of practice.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including the attending physician, to develop and implement therapeutic plans of care for patients and ensure communication with family members.
• Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
• Financial security benefits.
• Generous time-off program.
• Employee resource groups for peer support.
• Holistic employee wellness program addressing physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive-care well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time