Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology - Brooklyn (Multiple Locations) Russian Speaking Required -10hr or 8 hr Days

NYU Langone Health • New York, NY

10h • $151,531 - $182,031 • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Grossman School of Medicine is seeking a Russian-speaking Nurse Practitioner to join its Gastroenterology team in Brooklyn. 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 a designated inpatient or outpatient population under a collaborative practice agreement with a designated NYU Hospitals Center physician.

The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with physicians, nursing staff, and other disciplines to assess patients, develop and implement care plans, support continuity of care, and improve patient outcomes. The role also contributes to research, quality improvement, education, and professional practice standards. The position offers 8- or 10-hour day shifts at multiple Brooklyn locations.

Requirements

• Fluency in Russian.
• Current New York State registration as a Professional Nurse.
• New York State Nurse Practitioner registration.
• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Certification by ANCC or another specialty organization certifying Nurse Practitioners in a clinical practice area, obtained 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 depending on selected privileges.
• At least five years of clinical nursing practice caring for the patient population served.
• Ability to apply the nursing process in an organized fashion to achieve specific outcomes addressing patient and family safety and satisfaction.
• Previous Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem-solving ability, 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 responsibilities.
• Membership in professional specialty organizations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize care to meet individual patient needs and ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization in accordance with protocols and pathways.
• Monitor the cost effectiveness, efficiency, and performance indicators of the position and service.
• Assist with preparing, implementing, and evaluating research protocols when applicable.
• Collaborate with nursing and other disciplines to develop and implement clinical studies in the area of expertise.
• Use evidence-based health care literature to advise and support practice changes.
• Participate in developing and monitoring patient outcomes for quality and performance improvement.
• Serve as a clinical expert and resource for educating peers and other health professionals.
• Maintain expertise in the area of practice and promote professional growth and development in clinical and managerial roles.
• Consider the needs and behaviors of patient age and cultural groups in all 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 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 care plans that reflect patient and family preferences and support quality, access, and cost-effective outcomes.
• Formulate care plans with the attending physician, patient, and family based on expected goals and length of stay.
• Order customary laboratory, radiological, and diagnostic studies; distinguish normal from abnormal findings and follow protocols for abnormal findings, including referrals when appropriate.
• Perform complete health histories, physical examinations, and psychosocial assessments for patients in the designated practice or clinical unit.
• Function respectfully as a member of the health care team and participate in activities related to professional nursing standards and external agency regulations.
• Apply the organization's Service Standards in the performance of responsibilities.
• Facilitate continuity of care across services, including home care, other facilities, and physician appointments.
• Consult with nursing staff responsible for patients in the hospital setting 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 a group 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.
• Holistic employee wellness program addressing physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.

What This Job Offers

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