APRN

Description

• Responsible for patient care on an inpatient service.
• Where applicable, establishes priorities for nursing care through patient assessment and develops nursing care plans. 
• Triages patient inquiries and communicates test results.
• As needed, administers appropriate injections and medications as ordered by medical providers in compliance with state law and clinic guidelines. Educates patients and staff on pharmacological/drug effects and protocol requirements, if applicable.
• When needed, records medical information within the patients’ electronic medical record as appropriate.
• May be required to reach out to referring physicians and promote new referrals.
• Ensures infection control compliance within the practice and quality assurance in all aspects of patient care as mandated by institutional, local, state and federal regulatory agency requirements.
• Attends workshops, seminars and/or conferences to keep abreast of standards and best practices within the field. Disseminates information to colleagues and/or staff as appropriate.
• If applicable, assesses patient eligibility and reviews patient medical history for inclusion in clinical studies.
• Manages the care of selected patients using protocols agreed upon by medical/nursing personnel. Prescribes and adjusts medications. Makes judgments about the use of pharmaceutical agents as standard treatments in diagnosed conditions.
• If applicable, reviews and completes protocol history sheets, flow sheets, study follow-up reports and patient evaluation forms. Prepares and amends IRB protocols, consent forms and research documents.

Requirements

Education

• Master’s of Science Degree in Nursing

 Experience

Approximately 2 or more years of clinical experience as an NP in a physician practice or hospital setting, preferably within a related specialty.

New graduates with related RN experience will be considered.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).
• A team oriented individual that works collaboratively to achieve team goals.

Licenses and Certifications

• CT Registered Nurse Practitioner (NP) license and current NP registration
• CT Registered Professional Nurse license and current RN registration
• Applicable National Board Certification (such as ANCC, PNCB, etc)
• Current BLS 
• Infection Control Certificate
• Current Narcotics DEA registration certificate