Experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner in Indianpolis

OB/GYN of Indiana - North is seeking an experienced Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) for their Broad Ripple office.

• Nurse Practitioner sees an average of 25 patients/day.
• 4 day workweek
• NO EVENING HOURS & NO WEEKENDS!

About the Group:

• Practice locations in North Indianapolis, Zionsville, and Broad Ripple
• 8 Physicians, 3 NPs, 2 CMS
• Affiliated with Ascension

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive, specialized care to women across the lifespan, focusing on reproductive health, gynecological issues, family planning, and wellness promotion.

• Practices under the standard procedure established for the Nurse Practitioner role consistent with company policy and in accordance with all legal requirements.
• Conducts age-appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol.
• Performs routine physical examinations within scope of practice, including pelvic examinations, breast examinations, PAP tests, and any relevant infection screenings. Performs IUD and Nexplanon insertions/removals, Endometrial Biopsies, works with Pessaries - education & maintenance; may perform Colposcopies.
• Provides education on womens issues, preventative care, contraceptive methods, and lifestyle modifications.
• Orders diagnostic tests and prescribes medications within scope of practice.
• Provides expert, compassionate care for women during the menopausal transition (perimenopause, menopause, postmenopausal) by managing symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep issues, educating patients on treatment options (hormonal/non-hormonal), offering lifestyle advice (diet, exercise, supplements), and supporting overall well-being with evidence-based care.
• Confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to ensure a smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care.
• Performs assessment/data collection in an ongoing systematic manner, focusing on physiological, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status, patient/family education, family involvement, and patient advocacy.
• Consults with supervising physicians or other clinicians as dictated by patient needs and assessment findings.
• Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to ensure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service.
• Reviews medical record for follow-up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols.
• Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the practice.
• Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate people, and documenting events.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning.
• Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Must have active, unrestricted, Indiana APRN license, CSR,& DEA registered in Indiana.
• Must be able to meet all credentialing requirements.
• Strong understanding of healthcare principles, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and pathophysiology.
• Ability to analyze complex situations, make sound clinical judgments, and adapt treatment plans as necessary.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals. Ability to explain diagnoses, treatment options, and procedures clearly and empathetically.
• Strong computer proficiency…