Nurse Practitioner , Rheumatology NP

Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP/APRN) to join our healthcare team, dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care across diverse clinical settings. In this role, you will serve as a vital member of the medical team, providing comprehensive assessments, diagnoses, and treatment plans. Your expertise will support patient recovery, manage chronic conditions, and promote overall wellness through evidence-based practices. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where your clinical skills and passion for patient advocacy will make a meaningful difference.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough physical examinations and patient assessments to determine health status and identify medical issues.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication administration, injections, suturing, and other procedures such as dermal fillers or botulinum toxin treatments.
• Manage acute and chronic conditions across various specialties including emergency medicine, geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health, and internal medicine.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care plans and ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks for accurate documentation of medical records, billing codes (CPT, ICD-10), and treatment notes.
• Perform diagnostic evaluations using laboratory testing, sonography, medical imaging, or specimen collection/processing techniques.
• Provide telehealth consultations to extend care access and support patients remotely.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, anatomy, and diagnostic evaluation methods.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with Athenahealth is a plus.
• Skilled in performing procedures like IV insertion, catheterization, spinal taps, tube feeding management, ventilator care, and sterile processing techniques.
• Expertise in managing complex cases involving acute pain management, infection control, trauma (Level I & II trauma center experience), ICU or hospital medicine experience.
• Ability to perform triage assessments in urgent care or emergency room environments; experience with occupational health or workers' compensation law is advantageous.
• Knowledge of CPT coding for billing purposes; understanding of ICD coding (ICD-9 & ICD-10).
• Experience with medical imaging techniques such as sonography; familiarity with laboratory experience enhances clinical evaluation skills.
• Capable of providing specialized care including dermatology procedures like dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments; expertise in hospice & palliative medicine is valued.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education and health coaching; ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams ensuring compliance with HIPAA standards. This role offers an energetic environment where your clinical expertise will be valued as you contribute to improving patient outcomes through compassionate care and innovative practices. Join us to make a positive impact on the lives of those we serve!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Work Location: In person