Nurse Practitioner - GI Physician Office
Company: Gateway Gastroenterology
Location: Chesterfield
Posted on: September 27, 2024
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Job Description:
Gateway Gastroenterology is seeking a skilled and compassionate
Outpatient Clinical Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to
join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will provide expert
clinical care for patients with gastrointestinal conditions,
perform diagnostic evaluations, and work collaboratively with our
multidisciplinary team to deliver optimal patient outcomes.
Our nurse practitioners have ready access to a gastroenterologist
on site so that there is plenty of support for our patients. As
part of our generous pay package, we also provide health and
retirement benefits along with paid vacations and 9 paid holidays a
year.
Work Hours: -We are looking for a full-time and/or part-time nurse
practitioner with NO holidays, NO weekends, and NO after hours
responsibilities.
Nurse Practitioner Skills:--- Communicates effectively in English.
---- Collaborates well with nurse practitioners, registered nurses,
doctors, andother medical professionals.--- Problem-solves
independently and as part of a team.--- Able to establish trusting
relationships with patients and their families.
---**Nurse Practitioner Key Responsibilities:**
- **Patient Care:** Perform thorough assessments, develop and
implement individualized care plans, and provide follow-up care for
patients with gastrointestinal disorders.- **Diagnosis and
Treatment:** Conduct physical examinations, order and interpret
diagnostic tests (e.g., endoscopies, imaging studies), and diagnose
gastrointestinal conditions such as acid reflux, IBS, Crohn's
disease, fatty liver and hepatitis.- **Medication Management:**
Prescribe and manage medications, including adjustments based on
patient response and side effects.- **Patient Education:** Educate
patients and their families about their conditions, treatment
options, and lifestyle modifications to enhance their overall
health and well-being.- **Collaboration:** Work closely with
gastroenterologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals
to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment plans.-
**Documentation:** Maintain accurate and timely medical records,
including patient histories, examination findings, and treatment
plans, in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.-
**Quality Improvement:** Participate in quality improvement
initiatives and contribute to the development and implementation of
best practices within the practice.
**Nurse Practitioner Qualifications:**
- **Education:** Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited
program.- **Certification:** Current certification as a Nurse
Practitioner.- **Experience:** Minimum of 3 years of experience in
a clinical setting, preferably in gastroenterology or a related
specialty.- **Skills:** Strong clinical assessment skills,
proficiency in performing and interpreting diagnostic tests, and
the ability to manage complex patient cases.- **Communication:**
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability
to effectively educate and support patients and collaborate with a
diverse healthcare team.- **Licensure:** Active and unrestricted
Nurse Practitioner license in Missouri.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
- **Experience:** Previous experience working in an outpatient
gastroenterology setting.- **Specialization:** Additional
certification or training in gastroenterology or a related field.-
**Skills:** Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems
and familiarity with eClinicalWorks software.
**Nurse Practitioner Benefits:**
- Competitive salary - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision
insurance- Retirement savings plan with employer match- Paid time
off and holiday pay- Continuing education and professional
development opportunities- Supportive work environment with
opportunities for career growth
**Nurse Practitioner Salary**$100,000 - $125,000
Compensation details: 100000-125000 Yearly Salary
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Keywords: Gateway Gastroenterology, Chesterfield , Nurse Practitioner - GI Physician Office, Healthcare , Chesterfield, Missouri
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