Nurse Practitioner- Gastrointestinal - Mount Sinai Doctors 425 West 59th Street - Full Time days

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

19h

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse with advanced clinical nursing education and separate certification in a distinct specialty area. NPs independently diagnose, treat, and prescribe for conditions within their specialty. Medical orders, progress notes, and treatment plans do not require countersignature. In this gastrointestinal specialty role, the NP assesses patients and families, develops and documents care plans, orders and interprets diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, prescribes medication, provides education and counseling, and coordinates referrals and continuity of care. The NP consults with physicians as required, participates in interdisciplinary care, and maintains confidentiality. Professional responsibilities include supporting nursing practice standards, advocating for patients, contributing to peer review and research, maintaining current knowledge, and participating in relevant committees and professional development.

Requirements

Current New York State registered nurse license and registration.
New York State Nurse Practitioner certification and current registration.
Graduation from a New York State-registered Nurse Practitioner program or equivalent, or national association Nurse Practitioner certification obtained through examination.
Completion of the required pharmacy component and instruction in New York State and federal laws on prescriptions and recordkeeping, including the required three-hour course.
A collaborative practice agreement with a physician and designated protocols if the candidate has fewer than 3,600 hours of Nurse Practitioner practice experience; alternatively, a collaborative relationship with a physician based on employment in clinical practice in the NP role at Mount Sinai Hospital for candidates with more than 3,600 practice hours.
A master’s degree program preparing the candidate to diagnose, treat, and prescribe within the specialty, or successful completion of an approved supplemental education program such as a post-master’s NP certificate.
Previous progressive experience relevant to the area of clinical practice.
At least two years of nursing experience in the specialty area applied for.
National Board Certification in Advanced Practice Nursing for NPs hired effective June 1, 2019, and for all NPs who bill for professional services; the requirement may be deferred for up to one year with approval from the Chief Nursing Officer or designee.
Credentialing through the Medical Board Credentialing Committee with approved Delineation of Privileges.
Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Specialty-required advanced life support certifications, as applicable, including ACLS, PALS, NALS, or NRP.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ and families’ health status through comprehensive health histories and physical examinations.
Initiate and order selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations, and laboratory examinations; prescribe medication regimens; interpret findings; and adjust the plan of care according to accepted standards and guidelines.
Educate and counsel patients on health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute and chronic illnesses.
Document findings and plans of care in patients’ medical records.
Consult with physicians according to established standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
Provide care appropriate to the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and other needs of patients in the assigned area.
Initiate referrals to specialty services and foster continuity of care.
Participate in team meetings and conferences to support an interdisciplinary approach to care delivery.
Maintain patient and employee confidentiality in the management of information.
Develop plans of care based on diagnoses and individual patient needs; record, report, and interpret patients’ responses to care.
Review patient records with the collaborating physician in a timely manner, and at least every three months when using a collaborative practice agreement.
Complete required Focused Professional Practice Proctoring Evaluation (FPPE) or Ongoing Professional Practice Proctoring Evaluation (OPPE) for continued credentialing.
Practice according to applicable allied health staff rules and regulations and hospital staff bylaws.
Support the mission, vision, philosophy, and goals of the Department of Nursing and Mount Sinai Health System.
Demonstrate accountability for nursing practice, advocate for patients and families, support patient rights, and adhere to professional ethics.
Serve as a resource to nurses and other health team members; participate in peer review and approved nursing and medical research.
Incorporate research findings into clinical practice and maintain knowledge through self-directed learning, literature review, and educational programs.
Participate in defining, maintaining, and interpreting nursing practice standards, and contribute to the professional image of advanced practice nursing.
Participate in departmental and interdisciplinary committees affecting nursing practice and patient care delivery.
Treat co-workers, patients, and families with dignity and respect.