Nurse Practitioner

Overview

We are currently searching for a Nurse Practitioner to provide support to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is a full-time position with MSC, and it is on-site in Bethesda MD.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Obtain informed consent/assent of adult and pediatric dermatology patients on research protocols; maintain informed consent documentation; ensure adherence to institutional policies and procedures.
• Screen patients for entry onto research protocols; determine patient eligibility for study enrollment based on thorough patient interviews and review of medical records.
• Obtain medical histories and perform physical examinations; place medical orders; review laboratory results for normal and abnormal findings.
• Create timelines and calendars of protocol related requirements by study visit (e.g., procedures, interventions, diagnostic tests, laboratory blood work); create order sets for CRIS computer systems; input orders for individual patients; schedule visits.
• Collect clinical and research biospecimens using invasive and non-invasive procedures, strictly following standardized protocols.
• Track protocol-related study data (e.g., physical exams, medical histories, current medications, adverse events, results of diagnostic tests and lab data); transcribe into case report forms.
• Monitor and document subjects' response to therapy; grade and complete written documentation of adverse events; communicate findings to appropriate personnel (e.g., principal investigators, IRB, FDA, others) with recommendations for appropriate intervention.
• Contribute to the analysis of study data; participate in the publishing of findings.
• Recruit healthy subjects and patients; interview subjects to obtain social, medical/surgery and autoimmune diseases history, and medication history.
• Perform in-depth medical assessments of patients; analyze trends in patient conditions; identify problems; alter treatment regimens in keeping with research protocols when appropriate (including abnormal lab values).
• Review patients' charts to collect relevant clinical data such as laboratory test results, alter treatment regimens in keeping with research protocols when appropriate (including changes in dosage of protocol medications, suspension of patient's participation in a protocol, order additional diagnostic tests, refer patient to a standard treatment in a community setting).
• Analyze recurring trends that might result in new protocols or modifications of existing protocols.
• Perform comprehensive patient management services as appropriate, including writing admission, transfer and discharge orders; order and interpret diagnostic tests; document through in-depth progress notes and dictation summaries.
• Provide skillful monitoring of patients for possible adverse reactions to drugs or procedures that may require emergency treatment or revision of prescribed regimen; perform emergency management procedures on unstable patients; initiate emergency measures; interpret observations to physicians.
• Receive and respond to inquiries from referring physicians, private hospital staff and patients regarding the diagnosis and eligibility for research protocols.
• Maintain contact with patients and referring physicians to explain patient's condition and symptoms; interpret results of laboratory tests; discuss the future status of patients who have participated in the studies.
• Follow up on patients throughout study to schedule tests, follow up exams, and admissions.
• Present data at clinical staff meetings.
• Evaluate, diagnose and develop a treatment plan for patients seen in Dermatology consultation.
• Follow-up on biopsy results and other test results following consultation and communicate these results to the Attending physician and the referring team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing with current state licensure and current license as a Family Nurse Practitioner in the state of Maryland, or, if licensed in another state, documentation that a Maryland license is pending.
• Successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited college
• Minimum of two (2) years of Nurse Practitioner experience in a clinical setting involving both an adult and pediatric patient population.
• Current certification in BLS required.
• Strong communications skills, both oral and written.
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills.

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Company Description

We are a trusted government partner that blends deep domain expertise with advanced technologies to help our customers solve complex problems that improve, protect, and save lives. As a rapidly growing company, we combine entrepreneurial spirit, customer focus, and an outcomes-based approach to support agency missions in health IT, life sciences, public safety, and grants management.

The Dovel Family of Companies offers employees an opportunity to advance beyond a specific role or contract, we offer a path to develop an enriching career. We believe in empowering a culture of innovation, customer success, and employee growth.

What you'll get...

• Time Off! Flexible schedules and company paid holidays allow you to take the time you need.
• Investment in YOU! 401(K) company contributions are yours to keep with no waiting period.
• Choices! Unique healthcare plans to choose from with options like fertility and orthodontia benefits.
• Discovery! With our tuition assistance and training programs, we support your career advancement.
• Tax Savings! Enroll in pre-tax Health or Dependent Care Flexible Spending, HSA with company contributions, parking, and/or transit commuter benefits.
• Support! Working parents and busy professionals - we've got you covered with a supportive culture, confidential Employee Assistance Program and a membership to Care.com.
• Perks! Employee discounts, peer recognition programs, company-wide wellness challenges, and fun community events.
• A Voice! A unique culture where you can influence decisions and have your voice heard.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.