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Advanced RN Practitioner Genetics
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Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
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Position Responsibilities:
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Genetics Nurse Practitioner (GNP) to join our dynamic team. The GNP will play a crucial role in providing specialized care to patients with genetic disorders, offering genetic counseling, conducting risk assessments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive genetic healthcare services.
Patient Care:
• Conduct comprehensive physical examinations and obtain detailed medical histories.
• Diagnose and manage chronic conditions, with known or suspected genetic conditions, including complex multi-system disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe medications and therapies, including non-pharmacological treatments.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
• Communicate findings of genetic testing provided by geneticist to patients and healthcare providers.
• Educate patients about preventive measures, management strategies, and treatment options.
• Provide counseling on lifestyle changes and self-management strategies to improve health outcomes.
• Address patients' questions and concerns with empathy and clarity.
Risk Assessment and Testing (in collaboration with the geneticist):
• Conduct risk assessments based on family history and genetic information.
• Recommend and facilitate appropriate genetic testing.
• Interpret and explain test results and their significance to patients and families.
• Be able to provide basic genetic counseling to patients and families regarding inherited conditions, genetic testing, and implications of genetic disorders
Collaboration and Communication:
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including physicians, specialists, nurses, and social workers, to coordinate patient care.
• Consult with and refer patients to specialists as needed for further diagnosis and treatment.
• Participate in case discussions and patient care conferences to optimize treatment plans and outcomes.
Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records (EHR) and documentation of patient encounters, diagnoses, treatments, and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, as well as organizational policies and procedures.
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards in patient care and practice management.
Research and Professional Development:
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care practices and outcomes.
• Engage in clinical research activities and apply evidence-based findings to clinical practice.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of advancements in internal medicine and complex adult disorders through continuing education and professional development.
Work Environment:
• Clinical setting primarily outpatient and occasionally inpatient (5% of working hours) with occasional travel for patient consultations may be required, outreach programs, and professional development
• Full- time position
Qualifications:
• Current APRN Licensure in State of Florida BLS, ACLS and CPR required.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse; Master of Science in Nursing or PhD in Nursing.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in internal medicine, primary care, or a related field, with a focus on adult and complex patient populations.0-2 years of experience in a related field
Benefits
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:
• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!