KEVIMD Digestive Disease & Wellness Associates
The Nurse Practitioner (NP) will work under the supervision of Dr. Chukwuemeka Ezeoke, providing high-quality internal medicine/ gastroenterology care to patients in both the clinic and procedural setting. The NP will assist in patient evaluation, management, education, and coordination of care.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history, physical examinations, and review of systems.
- Evaluate new gastroenterology referrals and follow-up patients.
- Diagnose and manage common gastrointestinal conditions, including but not limited to:
- GERD
- IBS
- IBD (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
- Chronic constipation
- Chronic diarrhea
- Liver disease
- Fatty liver disease
- GI bleeding
- Dyspepsia
- Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging studies, and diagnostic procedures.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.
- Prescribe medications and therapies consistent with Texas NP scope of practice and collaborative agreement.
Procedure-Related Responsibilities
- Evaluate and prepare patients for endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and EGD.
- Obtain informed consent for procedures when appropriate.
- Perform pre-procedure and post-procedure evaluations.
- Assist with post-procedure care and follow-up management.
- Manage pathology results and communicate findings to patients.
Patient Care and Education
- Educate patients on gastrointestinal diseases, prevention, and treatment plans.
- Counsel patients regarding colon cancer screening, lifestyle modifications, and medication adherence.
- Provide clear instructions regarding procedure preparation and post-procedure care.
Documentation
- Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records (EMR) using ECW.
- Document history, examinations, assessments, and treatment plans.
- Complete procedure notes, follow-up documentation, and patient communications.
Care Coordination
- Coordinate care with:
- Primary care physicians
- Specialists
- Hospitals
- Imaging centers
- Manage referrals and follow-up appointments.
- Review and respond to patient messages, phone calls, and lab results.
Clinic Operations
- See approximately 15-20+ patients per day depending on clinic schedule.
- Support efficient clinic flow and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in quality improvement and practice growth initiatives.
Compliance and Professional Standards
- Maintain Texas Nurse Practitioner licensure and national certification.
- Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and clinical safety guidelines.
- Follow all practice protocols and physician supervision requirements.
Additional Duties
- Participate in colon cancer awareness and patient education initiatives.
- Assist with practice growth and community outreach when needed.
- Perform other duties assigned by the supervising physician.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $110,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person