Pulmonology Nurse Practitioner
Location: Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens
MedElite provides innovative solutions for skilled nursing facilities by partnering with long-term care providers and clinicians for the benefit of the facilities, the specialists, and most importantly, the patients. MedElite’s vision is to revolutionize geriatric healthcare by combining state-of-the-art equipment and on-site expert clinicians with our long-term care facility partners.
Job Description
As a Pulmonary Nurse Practitioner, you will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients with pulmonary conditions. You will play a crucial role in providing accurate and timely diagnosis, creating treatment plans, and educating patients on self-care and disease management. Your expertise will be essential in managing and monitoring patients with chronic respiratory diseases, such as asthma, COPD, and pulmonary fibrosis.
With state-of-the-art equipment and a supportive team, you will have the opportunity to deliver high-quality care in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. This position offers professional growth opportunities, and competitive compensation.
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough physical assessments and medical screenings of patients with pulmonary conditions.
- Diagnose and treat common respiratory illnesses, including asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for patients, considering their medical history, current symptoms, and lifestyle factors.
- Prescribe medications and therapies, such as inhalers, antibiotics, and pulmonary rehabilitation programs.
- Educate patients and their families on the importance of proper disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Perform diagnostic procedures, such as spirometry, chest X-rays, and arterial blood gas analysis.
- Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Nurse Practitioner Requirements:
- 6 Months of Long Term Care Experience
- DEA License
- Nurse Practitioner License
- Experience in Pulmonology
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off
- Malpractice Insurance
Salary: $120,000+ DOE
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Work setting:
Experience:
- long term care: 1 year (Required)
- Pulmonology: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Nurse Practitioner license (Required)
- DEA (Required)
Work Location: In person