Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Location : New Orleans, LA
New Orleans, LA
Open Date : Nov 29, 2020
Nov 29, 2020
Description :
Evaluates and assists physicians in the care of patients with ILD. Work includes seeing patients for urgent clinic visits and conducting diagnostic work up of patient when appropriate.
Works in collaboration with physicians to assess physical needs of the patient and implement a plan of care of assigned patient to be co-managed.
Develops and maintains own practice and provides follow up care of existing patients
Evaluates, interprets and records results of tests (laboratory, Radiology, etc) and reports results to physicians.
Responds to phone calls from patients, pharmacies, etc. to meet patient’s needs
Communicates examination results to patients by telephone and / or in writing
Coordinates and supervises the overall patient flow to ensure a smooth patient turnover
Provides patient education
Assists in developing education materials for patients
Manages patient care activities in the absence of the primary physician
Develops and participates in research coordination and develops ongoing research projects
Submits timely and complete billing on patients seen
Provides diagnosis and treatment plan for payers as requested
Perform preoperative pulmonary assessments
Qualifications :
Applicable LA license
Two years of clinical experience in the outpatient setting preferred
Registered nurse with LA licensure and certification to practice in an expanded role
Ability to gather and interpret data for the diagnosis and management of pulmonary conditions-with a focus on asthma
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently, with physician and administrative input as necessary
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages.
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