Nephrology Nurse Practitioner

Nephrology Nurse Practitioner - Medford, OR Compensation: $110,000 - $130,000 per year Nexus HR is looking for a Nurse Practitioner for a reputable client in the Medford, OR area.
The ideal candidate will be empathic but resolute in your decision-making, and attentive to detail.
Client-highlighted qualifications - intensive experience as a Primary Care and Dialysis Nurse Practitioner, and DEA license About the Job Our client is a medical practice serving Southern Oregon with a main focus on clinical and consultative nephrology: dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of renal disease and injury.
We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner to join our Client’s staff, that specializes in kidney disease, hypertension, dialysis and transplantation.
Duties and Responsibilities: Focus on a high standard of care.
Perform history and physical exams on new and established nephrology patients and those being seen for follow up appointments.
Consult with the supervising physician as needed.
Provide follow up and health maintenance care to patients in accordance with established protocols or specific instructions from the supervising physician.
Initiate appropriate treatment and testing required for the evaluation of illness.
Provide counseling and instruction to patients regarding health related issues.
Document clinical care of the patient according to established guidelines.
Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as indicated by training and experience and as directed by the supervising physician.
Communicate with patients and family members within Oregon law confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines concerning health related questions.
Usual patient load is 10-15 patients/per day.
Minimal overnight travel may be required.
Qualifications: Minimum of two years experience as a Nurse Practitioner Has experience with dialysis rotations Has a background in Primary Care Active, Unencumbered NP License Certification as a Nurse Practitioner DEA License Excellent verbal and written communication skills Must have the ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion Ability to maintain highly confidential information Able to work in Medford, OR Authorized to work in the US Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance Disability insurance Life Insurance Monday through Friday, 4 ½ days/week schedule PTO (3 weeks’ vacation, 1 week sick, paid holidays) CME ($2000.
00 annually plus one week work week for professional education) No hospital rounding or call Malpractice insurance Relocation allowance Paid dues to professional societies and organizations