• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Bargaining Unit:
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• End Date if Temporary:
• Hours Per Week: 9AM-5PM
• Standard Work Schedule:
• Building:
• Salary Range: $130,000 - $145,000

Position Summary

The Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our busy surgical practice. Join our busy Comprehensive Otolaryngology outpatient surgical practice as a Nurse Practitioner and play a pivotal role in patient care. You'll be at the forefront of managing all aspects of the outpatient practice as well as developing an independent practice of your own. Clinical work will involve new and established patient evaluation, post-operative care and assisting in surgical procedures. You will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families, while advancing your career in a supportive and innovative environment. If you're passionate about delivering compassionate, cutting-edge care, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

1. Assessment of Health Status

1. Performs and documents in the medical record a complete history and physical examination for acute and complex chronically ill patients.
2. Orders and collects data using appropriate assessment techniques, relevant supporting diagnostic information and diagnostic procedures where indicated.
3. The nurse practitioner may serve as the first responder for both nursing and house staff in the event of patient status changes, orders, and in situations requiring procedural and resuscitative interventions.
4. Assesses for risks associated with the care of the acute and complex chronically ill patient

1. Diagnosis
1. Collaborates with interdisciplinary health care team in making diagnoses of acute and complex chronic conditions.
2. Manages diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision.
3. Formulates differential diagnoses by priority.
4. Diagnoses complications and orders appropriate interventions

1. Formulates Plan of Care
1. Identifies expected outcomes from diagnosis and formulates and documents a plan of care to address complex acute and chronic health care needs.
2. Utilizes evidenced based practice guidelines or protocols in an individualized, dynamic plan of care that can be applied across the continuum.

1. Implements and modifies plan of care
1. Prescribes diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions both pharmacologic, non-pharmacologic and surgical, needed to achieve expected outcomes.
2. Manages further diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, performance, and supervision.
3. May perform advanced procedures consistent with privileges and competency validation. 

1. Communication and Collaboration
1. Maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary health care team.
2. Facilitates and communicates with patient, family and staff to promote continuity of care across the inpatient and outpatient continuum of care. 

1. Documentation
1. Documents/dictates key components of patient's history and plan of care
2. Documentation is timely, meets acute care compliance standards and captures patient acuity.
3. Documents appropriate need surgical intervention or plan of care.

1. Professional Practice
1. Demonstrates Professional Practice behaviors including preceptor/mentoring, education and instruction of our certified medical assistants.
2. Actively participates in Grand Rounds, APN council meetings, faculty and unit meetings, M&M presentations.
3. Maintains CEUs, and membership in a professional organization

Minimum Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioners: 
• Master's degree in Nursing or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
• NYS RN and NP Licenses
• Board Certification
• Current (or eligible for) New York State DEA license
• BLS Certified (ACLS optional)
• 2-4 years nursing or related experience

Other Requirements

• Strong decision-making abilities, ensuring timely and effective actions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Skilled in anticipating and balancing the needs of multiple team members, promoting a cohesive work environment.
• Effective communicator, capable of engaging with diverse groups and fostering open, relatable interactions.
• Highly adaptable, adjusting approach and demeanor in real-time to meet the shifting demands of various situations.
• Collaborative team player, working seamlessly with physicians and healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive care to Otolaryngology Head & Neck surgery patients.
• Proficient in implementing patient education and clinical support programs to ensure optimal care throughout the healthcare continuum.
• Excellent communication and clinical skills.
• Comfortable working in a high-volume environment.
• Able to work independently and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of patient confidentiality and adherence to privacy standards.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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