Nurse Practitioner

Weill Cornell Medical College•New York, NY

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for direct patient care and coordination within assigned specialty areas. The role assesses patients through health histories and physical examinations and initiates or orders selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures according to specialty protocols. The Nurse Practitioner educates and counsels patients in accordance with department and specialty practice standards and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare providers to develop and implement patient treatment plans. The position supports the institution’s clinical, educational, and academic mission. Alongside clinical responsibilities, it may include teaching and mentorship through institutional training programs, including the WCM PA Program. Care may be provided in outpatient and/or inpatient settings.

Requirements

Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing.
Approximately 2 or more years of clinical experience as an NP in a physician practice or hospital setting; new graduates with related RN experience may be considered.
NYS Registered Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and current NP registration.
NYS Registered Professional Nurse license and current RN registration.
Applicable national board certification, such as ANCC or PNCB.
Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Infection Control Certificate.
Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate.
Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team-oriented individual.

Nice To Haves

Clinical experience within a related specialty is preferred.
Prior experience or interest in clinical teaching, precepting, or academic program involvement in an advanced practice provider training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care on an outpatient and/or inpatient service.
Evaluate new and established patients by obtaining comprehensive or focused health histories and performing limited or complete physical examinations as appropriate.
Order laboratory tests, imaging, diagnostic testing, and consultations; review and interpret results to develop patient care plans.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with accepted standards of care and practice guidelines.
Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as permitted by department and training.
Document care in patients’ medical records according to documentation best practices.
Counsel and educate patients and care providers on disease management, prevention, and health promotion, accounting for age, education, psychosocial needs, and cultural background.
Collaborate with specialists, attending physicians, residents, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to promote continuity of care and optimize outcomes.
Participate in performance improvement and educational activities as appropriate.
Assist with preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
Perform related duties according to patient or practice needs, delineation of privileges, legal scope of practice, and departmental protocols.
May teach and mentor through institutional training programs, including the WCM PA Program.