Title: Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care (OBGYN subspecialty)  

Location: Brooklyn; Lower East Side; Midtown; Upper East Side; West Side  

Org Unit: Clinical Operations 

Work Days:  

Exemption Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $145,800.00 - $156,600.00  

*As required under NYC Human Rights Law Int 1208-2018 - Salary range for this role when Hired for NYC Offices 

Position Summary

The Primary Care team is growing and we are seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide Obstetrics and Gynecology outpatient care at our Brooklyn and Tribeca locations.  In collaboration with an attending physician, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the coordination and direct care of patients within specialty area(s) and clinical protocols as needed. This role is also responsible for providing patient education.

 

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Days

 

Job Responsibilities Responsible for patient care on an inpatient and/or outpatient service. Where applicable, establishes priorities for nursing care through patient assessment and develops nursing care plans. Prepares equipment and assists provider during examination, testing, and treatment of patients as needed. Coordinates multidisciplinary health care services and arranges diagnostic tests as ordered by physician(s) when needed. Performs inpatient diagnostic testing, therapeutic, and interventional procedures in conjunction with physician as needed. Triages patient inquiries and communicates test results. As needed, administers appropriate injections and medications as ordered by medical providers in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Educates patients and staff on pharmacological/drug effects and protocol requirements, if applicable. When needed, records medical information within the patients’ electronic medical record as appropriate. May be required to reach out to referring physicians and promote new referrals. May be responsible for the precertification and preauthorization of prescriptions. Participates in safety programs and orientation of new staff. Assists in reviewing and revising policies and procedures. Ensures infection control compliance within the practice and quality assurance in all aspects of patient care as mandated by institutional, local, state and federal regulatory agency requirements. When needed, maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control. Attends workshops, seminars and/or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and/or staff as appropriate. If applicable, assesses patient eligibility and reviews patient medical history for inclusion in clinical studies. Manages the care of selected patients using protocols agreed upon by medical/nursing personnel. Prescribes and adjusts medications. Makes judgments about the use of pharmaceutical agents as standard treatments in diagnosed conditions. If applicable, reviews and completes protocol history sheets, flow sheets, study follow-up reports and patient evaluation forms. Prepares and amends IRB protocols, consent forms and research documents. If applicable, for surgical procedures, responsible for gathering, completing and delivering all pre-operative requirements required for surgery. Reviews discharge summaries and operative notes for accuracy. Education Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing Experience

Approximately 2 or more years of clinical experience as an NP in a physician practice or hospital setting, preferably within a related specialty.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills. Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written). A team oriented individual that works collaboratively to achieve team goals. Licenses and Certifications 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, PNCB, etc) Current BLS (must be issued by American Heart Association) Infection Control Certificate Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate Working Conditions/Physical Demands

 

 

 

 

 

Weill Cornell Medicine is a comprehensive academic medical center that is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery, and the education of future physicians and scientists in New York City and around the world. Our doctors and scientists - faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and the Weill Cornell Physician Organization - are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side's scientific corridor, Weill Cornell Medicine's powerful network of collaborators extends to its parent university Cornell University; to Qatar, where an international campus offers a U.S. medical degree; and to programs in Tanzania, Haiti, Brazil, Austria and Turkey. Our medical practices serve communities throughout New York City, and our faculty provide comprehensive care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Westchester Behavioral Health Center, and NewYork-Presbyterian/Queens. At Weill Cornell Medicine, we work together to treat each individual, not just their conditions or illnesses, as we strive to deliver the finest possible care for our patients - the center of everything we do. Weill Cornell Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Weill Cornell Medicine provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status, including race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, or genetic information.