Nurse Practitioner - GYN Oncology - Manhattan - 10 hr Days

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

1d • $151,531 - $182,031 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Health has an opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner in GYN Oncology in Manhattan. The role provides, coordinates, and assures comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and relevant standards of care. It includes diagnosing illness and physical conditions and performing therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures for a designated inpatient or outpatient patient population under a collaborative practice agreement with a specific physician on the NYU Hospitals Center staff.

The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other disciplines to develop and implement patient-centered plans of care, promote continuity and quality of care, support clinical research and practice improvements, and educate peers and other health professionals. The position requires a New York RN and Nurse Practitioner registration, a master's degree in nursing, appropriate NP certification, and Basic Life Support certification.

Requirements

• Current New York State registration as a Professional Nurse and registration as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Certification by ANCC or another specialty organization certifying Nurse Practitioners in a clinical practice area, as soon as feasible following graduation from an NP graduate program.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association.
• Ability to communicate effectively 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 based 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 experience as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving ability, critical thinking, and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and collaborate cohesively as an interdisciplinary team member; effective change-agent skills.
• Physical stamina, manual dexterity, and visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities.
• Membership in professional specialty organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization.
• Monitor cost effectiveness, efficiency, and performance indicators for the service.
• Assist with the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies.
• Use evidence-based literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes.
• 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 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 an allied health staff member in accordance with Medical Staff rules, regulations, bylaws, and delineation of privileges.
• Prescribe medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
• Prescribe inpatient and discharge medications in accordance with 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 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 expected goals of care and length of stay.
• Order customary laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies; distinguish normal from abnormal findings and follow protocols for abnormal findings, including referral when appropriate.
• Perform complete health histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments 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.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and medical 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 and 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 for groups of patients and ensure communication with family members.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level