Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

About The Villages Health

The Villages Health is a patient-centered primary care driven, multi-specialty medical group with over 700 team members. Our unique care model gives us both the time and resources to truly care for our patients, along with a company culture that supports a healthy work-life balance for our team members. Our purpose, mission and vision is to empower Villagers and the surrounding communities to live out their dreams by keeping them healthy and healing them quickly. Together, we are changing the way healthcare is delivered and are making a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve. In doing so, The Villages Health is creating America's Healthiest Hometown.

Our Full-time Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance | Matching HSA & 401k | PTO & Paid Holidays | The Villages Charter School Eligibility | & much more!

Responsibilities:

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide care to patients with diabetes and other endocrine disorders with attention to medication management for glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol control; other preventative care for diabetic patients; and communication with providers.

Job duties will include:

• Will develop expertise in the management of patients with diabetes and other endocrine disorders.
• Demonstrates fundamental grounding in medical theory and practice with mastery of knowledge within a defined content area.
• Manages a caseload of patients in partnership with the healthcare team to optimize health status and coordinate care over time and across healthcare settings.
• Provides leadership in the development, validation, implementation, and evaluation of standards, policies, procedures, and critical paths to support the patient care delivery model.
• Oversees care coordination in the acute and ambulatory care settings as feasible.
• Assists the healthcare team to achieve mutually agreed upon healthcare goals by providing necessary support, education and encouragement.
• Demonstrates advanced physical and psychosocial assessment skills and knowledge of family dynamics.
• Provides direct patient care to patients in acute care and ambulatory settings.
• Performs advanced practice skills under the supervision of the appropriate physician.
• Provides expert consultation for clinical issues promoting increased knowledge and skills for the consultee.
• Participates in the education and mentoring of healthcare providers.
• May facilitate patient/family education in area of expertise.
• Annually completes mandatory safety infection control and BLS,
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Successful completion of advanced practitioner training and certification as a practitioner (general or specialized) from an approved Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program. Prefer two years of professional experience in a clinic setting.
  Must possess a current BLS or ACLS certification and current health records with the appropriate immunizations or proof of immunity to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis).
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology and therapeutics, basic nutrition, behavioral factors, psychosocial/family systems, diagnostic testing, interpretation of results and clinical decision making, alternative treatment modalities.
• Knowledge of practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments used to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment.
• Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification, and patient education principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of community, professional, and educational resources.
• Skill in oral and written communication including interviewing to gather medical histories; providing presentations, consultations, facilitation, and documentation, e.g., writing medical orders, patient education materials, and medical record updates. May require skill in using computerized health information management systems.
• Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking, and other organizational matters.
• Skill in modifying methods and techniques of professional nursing to provide appropriate nursing care and in initiating appropriate emergency response and investigatory procedures.
• Ability to analyze complex data and draw conclusions.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, clinical staff, and the public.