Nurse Practitioner

Earth Fare, Inc

  • West Asheville, NC
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Assess and examine patients presenting with concern for or known history of obstructive and/or central sleep apnea, narcolepsy, insomnia, shift work disorder, circadian rhythm disorders, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, parasomnias, hypersomnolence, and REM behavior disorder. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter capable of multi-tasking, communicating with both colleagues and patients and working in a variety of settings.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationWest Asheville, NC

    Description

    Job Description:

    We are seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter capable of multi-tasking, communicating with both colleagues and patients and working in a variety of settings. We're looking for an individual who is highly motivated and goal-oriented, and who is interested in working for an organization that believes in innovation and the power of professional growth.

    Responsibilities:

    • Manage and coordinate care for patients eight years and older with sleep disorders.
    • Assess and examine patients presenting with concern for or known history of obstructive and/or central sleep apnea, narcolepsy, insomnia, shift work disorder, circadian rhythm disorders, restless leg syndrome, periodic limb movement disorder, parasomnias, hypersomnolence, and REM behavior disorder.
    • Provide a comprehensive evaluation of the treatment plan with alterations, if necessary, in regular increments, as determined by medical necessity and insurance requirements.
    • Develop a treatment plan for Narcolepsy and Idiopathic Hypersomnia patients, which includes on-going evaluation of effectiveness, side effects, and safety concerns.
    • Initiate referrals for further evaluation to Otolaryngologists, Pulmonologists, Cardiologists, Dentists, and Psychologists; this may involve further collaboration in order to best serve the patient.
    • Collaborate with Durable Medical Equipment (DME) providers to ensure timely acquisition of necessary equipment and supplies.

    The hours for this position are Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 6:00pm.

    Sleep Medicine specialty recommended but not required.

    Benefits include:

    • Medical Insurance
    • Vison and Dental Insurance
    • Supplemental Insurance(Critical Care, Cancer, Short Term, Long Term,etc)
    • 401 K
    • PTO
    • Holiday Pay
    • Malpractice Insurance
    • CEU Reimbursement

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