Southeast. Always the right career direction. Job Description Summary A Urology Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an advanced practice provider specializing in the comprehensive care of patients with conditions affecting patients' urinary tract and the male reproductive system. Working collaboratively with urologists and the multidisciplinary healthcare team, the Urology NP provides advanced nursing care across the continuum of care in a variety of specialized settings. The Urology NP plays a critical role in improving patient outcomes related to common and complex urologic issues. Job Description Essential Functions Manages and treats patients with common and complex urological conditions, focusing on clinical excellence, patient education, and collaboration. Conducts physical examinations on patients and evaluates symptoms related to voiding patterns, sexual health, pain, and continence. Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic and screening tests, such as lab work, and imaging studies. Diagnoses, treats, and manages the health care needs of patients with neurological conditions, referring to physicians when medically appropriate. Consults and collaborates with urologists, primary care providers, and other specialists to ensure coordinated and holistic patient care. Performs or assists with minor office-based procedures as credentialed, (such as: catheterizations, cystoscopy, bladder instillations and injections, and prostate biopsies.) Coordinates follow-up care and referrals. Compiles and evaluate medical history, physical findings and diagnostic data to include but not limited to radiographic, laboratory, ultrasound, EKG, EEG, CT and nuclear scans, MRI and MRA studies on all patients to formulate accurate diagnoses. Monitors medications and initiates appropriate therapies and alters medications according to variations in a patient's response within established protocols. Provides and documents patient education regarding adherence to complex treatment pathways, medications, and community resources. Promotes urological health, lifestyle modifications, treatment options, disease prevention, and management strategies. Coordinates the implementation and continuity of medical treatment through activities such as home/hospital findings and other resources. Participates in the orientation and staff development programs for personnel assisting with patient care. Performs other duties as requested by primary manager that do not compromise moral code of conduct or protocols set in place for patient or employee safety Supervised Positions None Qualifications Minimum Education Required Academic preparation and degree as Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner with current licensure in state of AL BCLS certification ACLS certification Minimum Experience Preferred 2+ years in fields that involve procedural skills experience (such as, adult gerontology units, operating room, nephrology or dialysis, or geriatrics Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities Maintains current Alabama licensure. Maintains current any certifications obtained. Possesses a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and education and accepts the responsibility for providing an environment of safe quality care. Detailed wound care and suture removal. Demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competence, sound clinical judgment and professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills. Accepts accountability for his/her own work and team outcomes when appropriate. Reports promptly any critical or unusual situations. Demonstrates ability to work with patients, families, visitors, and co-workers regardless of race, gender, disease process, life-style, religious or cultural beliefs. Works as a liaison for the patient to gain access to providers, case management, and dietary consults. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to select appropriate guidelines for the following age groups: Adult 19-65 years, and Geriatric 65 years and older Practices effective stress reduction techniques. Demonstrates knowledge of the computer based medical record. Demonstrates responsibility for educational requirements as evidenced by reading all assigned related references, and attending all required educational meetings, or webinars, and completing annual Symplr requirements. Demonstrates commitment to organizations five (5) priorities and Six Ground Rules Person in this position is required to understand, agree upon and follow our

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No excuses. We are a team. Bring up your ideas. Poor performance will be addressed. 'That's not my job' is not acceptable Manage Up. Shift Day Shift Details FTE 1 Type Regular Join one of Forbes 500 best mid-sized employers in America. Equal Employment Employer Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.