Urology Nurse Practitioner

Franklin Medical Center•Winnsboro, LA

About The Position

The Urology Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive, patient-centered urologic care to patients in a rural outpatient clinic. The NP evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages common acute and chronic urologic conditions in collaboration with the Urologist and other healthcare team members. The position supports access to specialty urologic services for rural and underserved populations through timely evaluations, ongoing disease management, patient education, preventive care, and coordination of referrals for advanced diagnostic and surgical treatment.

Requirements

Licensed Nurse Practitioner in the State of Louisiana.
CPR certification required.
ACLS certification required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR).
Interpersonal skills and compassion.
Ability to analyze information, think critically, and solve problems.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to adapt to a changing, high-stress, fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently and as a team member.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in Urology.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive health assessments, including history-taking, physical and urologic examinations, and risk assessments for patients of all ages.
Evaluate and manage common urologic conditions, including benign prostatic hyperplasia, lower urinary tract symptoms, urinary tract infections, overactive bladder, and kidney stones.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings, diagnostic results, patient preferences, and established guidelines.
Prescribe medication and order appropriate diagnostic testing within scope of practice.
Order, review, and interpret laboratory tests, including urinalysis, urine cultures, PSA testing, and renal function studies.
Perform or assist with office-based procedures when appropriately trained, credentialed, and authorized, such as catheter insertion, removal, and management, and bladder scans.
Coordinate specialized procedures with the Urologist when indicated.
Identify patients requiring urgent evaluation, specialist intervention, or hospital-level care.
Provide postoperative follow-up and routine surveillance in collaboration with the Urologist.
Collaborate with clinic physicians, specialists, and ancillary services to coordinate comprehensive care.
Make appropriate referrals for specialty care, community resources, and social support services.
Communicate test results, treatment plans, and follow-up instructions clearly to patients and families.
Document patient encounters accurately and in compliance with regulatory standards.
Support health literacy and advocate for underserved patients facing financial, transportation, or social barriers.
Educate patients and families about urologic diagnoses, treatment options, medication use, and follow-up recommendations.
Follow operational and billing requirements, including CMS documentation and supervision guidelines.
Participate in quality reporting programs and other clinic-required quality measures.
Maintain knowledge of the state Nurse Practitioner Act, federal regulations, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Uphold patient privacy and comply with HIPAA standards.
Adhere to clinic infection control, hazardous waste, and pharmacy protocols.
Maintain a safe, healthy, and therapeutic environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Participate in periodic reviews of patient health records as part of performance and quality improvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.