Nurse Practitioner - Physician Assistant

Overview

Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant – Full Time Location: Lithonia, GA Job Description: We will be managing the Infusion needs of patient’s needs and maintaining the continuum of care; from intake, assessment, and treatment through the completion of their visit. Our primary focus will be administering the delivery of biologic medications (e.g. Remicade, Tysabri, etc…), but we also offer a full range of infusion services including, but not limited to, antibiotics, hydration, vitamins, iron, and steroids. You will be the primary, independent practitioner tasked with safely and efficiently delivering infusion therapy to our customers suffering from chronic diseases and acute medical illnesses. We welcome NPs and/or PA’s from all medical backgrounds with a positive attitude, preferably outstanding IV skills, and an active Tennessee license. Schedule: Hours of operation are M-F, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, and Saturdays on an as needed basis. Responsibilities will Include: · Administration of IV infusions in accordance with clinical protocols · Starting IVs and monitoring patients during the infusion process · Maintaining accurate electronic medical records · Providing clear patient instructions and education regarding infusion protocols · Creating a positive, relaxing & professional environment · Maintaining a highly-organized, safe, and clean work area. · Ability to work well with a supportive team that includes our Centralized Intake/Prior Authorization team, our Purchasing Team, and Home Infusion/Specialty Pharmacy team to provide the best possible experience for our patients. Required experience: 1. Master’s degree from an accredited nursing school and current board certification to practice as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of GA or degree from accredited Physician Assistant school with active license in the state of Georgia 2. At least 2 years of experience as a practicing Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician assistant; or 5 years experience as an RN in Infusion, Oncology, ICU, ER, or other practice providing infusions 3. BLS/ACLS certification. 4. Must have great people/communication skills. Leadership qualities are important for this role (NP needs to be confident in their skillsets) Preferred criteria: 1. Infusion nursing non-oncologic and/or oncologic and/or 2. Previous experience in Oncology practice, ICU and/or Emergency Room as RN or NP POSITION OVERVIEW: • Perform physical assessments • Administer IV infusion therapy • Provide screenings, interventions, counseling • Be prepared to provide support to patients with potential adverse infusion related drug reactions • Prescribe and perform lab tests as needed for Infusion patients • Collaborate with our Medical Director and supporting clinical staff • Manage patients and their wellbeing with vaccinations and patient education

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher
• ANY of the following valid licenses/certifications:
  • Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Georgia (GA)
  • Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) in Georgia (GA)
• 2+ years of experience in ANY of the following:
  • Advanced Practice Nurse
  • Physician Assistant
• RN (5+ years)
• ANY of the following valid licenses/certifications:
  • American Red Cross Basic Life Support (ARC BLS)
  • American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (AHA ACLS)
• 3+ years of experience in ANY of the following:
  • Oncology
  • Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
  • Emergency Department (ED)
• IV Infusions (3+ years)

Company

Our client provides chronic care medication management built around patients and families. Working directly with patients, physicians, hospitals, long-term care facilities, hospice, and specialty clinics. For more than 35 years, they have focused on the medication needs of patients with chronic, complex and rare conditions.