Nurse Practitioner (Medical) at Conifer Park Inc

City of Schenectady, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

90.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Medical History Taking, Physical Examination, Diagnostic Testing, Medication Assisted Treatment, Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Emergency Medical Evaluation, Patient Counseling, Care Planning, Case Management, CPR, Clinical Documentation, Patient Monitoring

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Nurse Practitioner (Medical), Outpatient Clinic **Sign on Bonus** Conifer Park Outpatient Clinic in Schenectady, NY is currently seeking a Nurse Practitioner. As Nurse Practitioner with Conifer Park, you will be responsible for Performing comprehensive medical history and examination and records initial diagnosis in patient medical record; Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, phlebotomy and other laboratory tests; reviews and interprets test results; Assesses for the appropriateness of medication assisted treatments for substance use disorders, including but not limited to, buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, acamprosate and disulfiram. Provides induction, monitoring, titrating, maintenance, and tapering as clinically appropriate, Evaluation and treatment of medical emergencies. Emergency evaluation referral of unstable patients to appropriate medical facilities; Maintains training in the use of naloxone and emergency first aid response techniques such as CPR; Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens and treatments; Performs pre-admission clearance for patients with medical diagnoses and symptoms. Performs pre-admission interviews when indicated; Develops and implements patient management plans, medication and therapy recommendations, and assists with continuity of care planning; Performs and documents follow-up visits with updates in diagnosis and medications, as needed. Assesses and manages effects and/or side effects of medications; Participates in individual case assignments, case conferences, treatment team meetings, educational presentations for staff and patients, medical staff meetings, and additional duties as assigned by the Medical Director; Provides medical on-call coverage as assigned; Participates in peer review activities and performance improvement initiatives; Preparation and education of patients for discharge medications and instructions. Participates in individual case assignments, case conferences, multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, educational presentations for staff and patients, medical staff meetings, patient care monitoring conferences, and additional duties as assigned by the Medical Director. Sign On Bonus: $7,000 SIGN-ON BONUS (Based on 40 hours, will be prorated based on hours): $3,500 after completion of the orientation period, $3,500 after two (2) years of continuous employment. Requirements A qualified Nurse Practitioner for Conifer Park will require: A Post Graduate Degree – Masters in Nursing; Nursing License to practice in State of New York; National Certification as Nurse Practitioner (e.g., through American Nurses Credentialing Center, National Certification Center, or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Program); Greater than 1 year experience as a nurse practitioner, preferred; Experience in addiction medicine or treatment of substance use disorder preferred. • CPR Certification • Unrestricted DEA Licensure • DATA 2000 waiver • Active Medicaid Number (Highly Preferred) We offer competitive wages, benefits, and a pension plan in a supportive working environment. Background checks, pre-employment & drug screenings required We are an equal opportunity employer according to current standards INDHP

Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner performs comprehensive medical examinations, diagnoses, and manages treatment plans for patients, specifically focusing on substance use disorders. Responsibilities include ordering diagnostic tests, administering medication-assisted treatments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams for patient care.