Advanced RN Practitioner Genetics

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Position Responsibilities:

 

Job Summary:

      We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Genetics Nurse Practitioner (GNP) to join our dynamic team. The GNP will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with genetic disorders, offering genetic counseling, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive genetic healthcare services.

Patient Care:

·       Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and obtain detailed medical histories.

·       Diagnose and manage chronic conditions, with known or suspected genetic conditions, including complex multi-system disorders.

·       Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical guidelines.

·       Prescribe medications and therapies, including non-pharmacological treatments.

·       Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.

·       Communicate findings of genetic testing provided by geneticist to patients and healthcare providers.

·       Educate patients about preventive measures, management strategies, and treatment options.

·       Provide counseling on lifestyle changes and self-management strategies to improve health outcomes.

·       Address patients' questions and concerns with empathy and clarity.

 Risk Assessment and Testing (in collaboration with the geneticist):

·       Conduct risk assessments based on family history and genetic information.

·       Recommend and facilitate appropriate genetic testing.

·       Interpret and explain test results and their significance to patients and families.

·       Be able to provide basic genetic counseling to patients and families regarding    inherited conditions, genetic testing, and implications of genetic disorders

 Collaboration and Communication:

·       Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, specialists, nurses, and social workers, to coordinate patient care.

·       Consult with and refer patients to specialists as needed for further diagnosis and treatment.

·       Participate in case discussions and patient care conferences to optimize treatment plans and outcomes.

 Documentation and Compliance:

·       Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) and documentation of patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.

·       Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as organizational policies and procedures.

·       Adhere to ethical and legal standards in patient care and practice management.

 Research and Professional Development:

·       Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care practices and outcomes.

·       Engage in clinical research activities and apply evidence-based findings to clinical practice.

·       Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in internal medicine and complex adult disorders through continuing education and professional development.

Work Environment:

·       Clinical setting primarily outpatient and occasionally inpatient (5% of working hours) with occasional travel for patient consultations may be required, outreach programs, and professional development

·       Full- time position

Qualifications:

·       Current APRN Licensure in State of Florida BLS, ACLS and CPR required.

·       Advanced Practice Registered Nurse; Master of Science in Nursing or PhD in Nursing.

·       Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in internal medicine, primary care, or a related field, with a focus on adult and complex patient populations.0-2 years of experience in a related field

 

Benefits

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:

·       Health benefits

·       Life insurance

·       Long-term disability coverage

·       Healthcare spending accounts

·       Retirement plan

·       Paid time off

·       Pet Insurance

·       Tuition reimbursement

·       Employee assistance program

·       Wellness program

·       On-site housing for select positions and more!

 

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