VMG Nurse Practitioner - Rheumatology Clinic

Vanderbilt Health - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Nashville, TN

Hospitals

About the position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the Rheumatology/Immunology Outpatient Clinic at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) plays a crucial role in managing the care of acute and complex chronically ill patients. This position involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing high-quality patient care, and ensuring effective communication and documentation. The NP/PA is responsible for conducting assessments, diagnosing conditions, formulating and implementing care plans, and participating in professional development activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document complete history and physical examinations for patients.
• Order and collect data using appropriate assessment techniques and diagnostic procedures.
• Serve as the first responder for patient status changes and procedural interventions.
• Assess risks associated with care for acute and complex chronically ill patients.
• Coordinate daily rounds with attending physician teams and present patient reports.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to make diagnoses of acute and chronic conditions.
• Manage diagnostic tests through ordering, interpretation, and supervision.
• Formulate and document a plan of care addressing complex health care needs.
• Prescribe diagnostic strategies and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Maintain ongoing communication with the healthcare team and facilitate continuity of care.
• Document key components of patient progress in medical records.
• Demonstrate professional practice behaviors including mentoring and education of students and staff.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in Tennessee.
• Relevant work experience of less than 1 year.
• Strong foundation in evidence-based practice and clinical competence.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
• Certification in advanced procedures relevant to the role.

Benefits

• Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
• Dental and/or vision plan
• 403 (b) retirement plan
• Paid Time off (flex PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Short-Long term disability
• Subsidized backup childcare