Nurse Practitioner - Urology - Premier Medical Group : Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Nurse Practitioner

LOCATION: Poughkeepsie, New York

JOB STATUS: Full-time

DATE: January 2025

Premier is seeking a Nurse Practitioner who aspires to practice urology. Nurse Practitioner will be responsible for seeing patients independently for office visits as well as under the guidance of a supervising physician. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, the ability to manage a fast-paced environment, and the flexibility to take both weekday and weekend call shifts to support patient needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations related to urological conditions (e.g., urinary tract infections, prostate issues, kidney stones, bladder disorders, etc.).

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising urologists.

• Prescribe medications, perform minor procedures, and provide follow-up care for patients.

• Counsel and educate patients on urological health, preventive measures, and treatment options, ensuring they understand their conditions and treatment plans.

• Provide comprehensive care by taking weekday and weekend on-call shifts to address urgent and emergent urological issues.

• Respond promptly to calls for advice, triaging cases, and providing necessary interventions.

• Provide call coverage remotely 1 weekday evening (Monday-Thursday) 5pm to 8am, and 1 weekend per month, Friday 5pm to Monday 8am.

• Communicate clearly and effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team during on-call duties, offering remote consultations when appropriate or directing patients to the practice or emergency care if needed.

• Work closely with the urologists and healthcare team to manage patient care across a variety of conditions.

• Ensure accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions, treatment plans, and follow-up actions in the electronic health record (EHR).

• Communicate effectively with patients and their families, offering guidance, reassurance, and clear instructions.

• Educate patients on urological health, lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and managing chronic conditions (e.g., incontinence, erectile dysfunction, etc.).

• Provide counseling and support for patients undergoing urological surgeries or treatments, including pre- and post-operative care.

• Adhere to all practice protocols, clinical guidelines, and legal requirements related to patient care, privacy, and documentation.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and the operational efficiency of the practice.

• Maintain accurate records for billing, coding, and insurance purposes, ensuring compliance with all healthcare regulations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program; NYS licensed

• 1 – 5 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• Prior experience in managing call coverage, including handling urgent and emergent patient concerns, is preferred.

• BLS/ACLS certification.

• Excellent clinical assessment, diagnostic, and procedural skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex patient interactions.

• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

• Proficient in using electronic health records (EMR) and other medical technologies.