Nurse Practitioner-Endocrinology
Company: NYC Health + Hospitals
Location: New York
Posted on: March 14, 2025
Job Description:
Marketing StatementLincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is
one of New York City's premier acute care hospitals. Located in
Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its
Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the
implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best
practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical
professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health
care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and
patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major
primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women's Health in
addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln,
the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one
priority.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high
quality care health services, without exception. Every employee
takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values
(Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)
through empathic communication and partnerships between all
persons.Visit us at www.nyc.gov/html/hhc/lincoln.Job
DescriptionPurpose of Position:Under general supervision, serves as
a licensed, independent practitioner responsible for planning,
coordinating, delivering, and managing comprehensive health care
services in a health care setting. Ensures patient and
family-centered quality care to improve outcomes and patient
experience, in accordance with applicable NYC Health + Hospitals
policies and procedures, state and federal rules and regulations,
and nursing standards of care.Examples Of Typical Tasks
- Provides continuous comprehensive medical and nursing care,
including preventive and supportive health care services to
patients and families.
- Manages health problems and coordinates health care for various
patient populations. Identifies and diagnoses illnesses and
physical conditions, and implements therapeutic and corrective
measures.
- Consistent with the established nursing practice, differentiate
between normal and abnormal findings in the screening process to
detect changes in health status that require physician's
intervention.
- Develops and maintains partnerships with community-based
organizations and makes referrals to consulting physicians and/or
other health care professionals and community agencies, as
necessary.
- Evaluate and interpret patient data, in order to plan and
implement appropriate nursing interventions.
- Consult with physicians and other health care practitioners in
the evaluation of health screening findings to make prospective
decisions about treatment that will best support improved outcomes
and patient satisfaction.
- Formulates differential diagnosis and the plan of care based on
medical history, physical exams, nursing assessment, and other
pertinent information. Identifies health and medical risks and
needs.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate patient plan of care.
Determines effectiveness and modifies as per clinical standards and
practice protocols, where needed, to achieve medical and health
goals.
- Orders, conducts and interprets diagnostic and laboratory
tests. Identifies and may prescribe appropriate pharmacological and
non-pharmacological interventions and therapies.
- Manages a patient session schedule allowing for both scheduled
and non-emergent unscheduled visits; maintains a work schedule that
ensures availability and continuity of care; ensures optimal
availability and utilization of appropriate resources.
- Provide education, guidance, and direction to nursing staff and
other members of the health care team to ensure quality and safe
medical and nursing care is provided.
- Provides education and counseling to patients and families
regarding health status, treatment and progress, medication
management, disease prevention, and health promotion, records, and
maintains a system of relevant documentation.
- Performs other related duties, as directed.Endocrinology
DepartmentWe are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Nurse
Practitioner to join our Endocrinology team. As a Nurse
Practitioner in this role, you will collaborate with our
multidisciplinary team of endocrinologists, nurses, and other
healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients
with endocrine disorders. You will play a critical role in
evaluating, diagnosing, and managing hormonal and metabolic
conditions, promoting patient education and self-management, and
optimizing health outcomes for individuals across the
lifespan.Essential DutiesConduct thorough assessments of patients
presenting with endocrine-related concerns, including medical
history reviews, physical examinations, and interpretation of
diagnostic tests and laboratory results.Collaborate with
endocrinologists and other healthcare providers to formulate
individualized treatment plans for patients with endocrine
disorders, incorporating evidence-based guidelines and best
practices.Provide education and counseling to patients and their
families on the nature of their endocrine condition, treatment
options, medication management, lifestyle modifications, and
self-care strategies.Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures
as indicated, including but not limited to hormone level
monitoring, insulin administration, thyroid ultrasound-guided
biopsies, and interpretation of bone density scans.Monitor
patients' response to treatment and disease progression over time,
adjusting management plans as needed to achieve optimal clinical
outcomes and improve quality of life.Coordinate care across
healthcare settings and specialties, facilitating referrals to
other healthcare providers or ancillary services as appropriate to
address patients' holistic needs.Participate in multidisciplinary
team meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement
initiatives to enhance the delivery of patient-centered care and
promote continuous improvement in clinical practice.Maintain
accurate and up-to-date medical records, documenting assessments,
interventions, and patient communications in accordance with
regulatory and organizational standards.Stay abreast of advances in
endocrinology research, pharmacotherapy, and treatment modalities
through ongoing professional development activities, such as
attending conferences, seminars, and continuing education
programs.Minimum Qualifications
- A valid New York State license and current registration to
practice as a Registered Professional Nurse issued by the New York
State Department of Education (NYSED); and
- Current certificate as a Nurse Practitioner issued by the
NYSED; and
- Holds, or obtains through facility orientation, a valid and
current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) through the
American Heart Association (AHA).Department PreferencesDepartmental
Preference: Strongly prefer National Board Certification in the
specialty in which you are assigned.How To ApplyIf you wish to
apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply
Now" button or forward your resume, noting the above Job ID #,
to:Lincoln Medical & Mental Health CenterHuman Resources
Department234 Eugenio Maria De Hostos Blvd, (East 149th Street),2nd
Floor, AnnexBronx, NY 10451Attn: Recruitment UnitNYC Health and
Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+
hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees'
Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development
opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
Keywords: NYC Health + Hospitals, New York , Nurse Practitioner-Endocrinology, Healthcare , New York, New York
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