essen medical associatesNew York, NY
Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner- Nursing Home
Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner- Nursing Home
Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner- Nursing Home
essen medical associatesNew York, NY
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Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Infectious Disease Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our dynamic team. In this role, you'll play a vital part in delivering comprehensive ID care to patients, working closely with an interdisciplinary team in both long-term care and acute settings. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while growing professionally within a supportive, mission-driven environment.
Responsibilities:
- Provide infectious disease consults in long-term care settings
- Assess and manage infections including HIV, Hep B and C, pneumonia, UTIs, sepsis risk, wound infections, and multidrug-resistant organisms
- Order and interpret cultures, blood work, and imaging studies
- Prescribe and manage antimicrobial therapy including IV and oral antibiotics
- Collaborate with infectious disease physicians and interdisciplinary teams
- Monitor infection control practices and support antimicrobial stewardship programs
- Educate staff and families on infection prevention and treatment plans
- Maintain accurate EMR documentation and regulatory compliance
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 6 months of experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility (Hospital/outpatient office experience will also be considered)
- Active and unrestricted NP licenseDEA license requiredCPR certification (BCLS/BLS)
- Master's degree in Nursing (NP applicants)
- Graduation from an accredited NP program
Preferred: Experience in ID (training available if not)
Preferred: Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Sigma, Visual, PCC – training provided)
Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
Equal Opportunity Employer:
ESSEN HEALTH CARE IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYEREssen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.
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Level
Senior
Location
New York, NY
Occupation
Nurse Practitioners
Industry
Offices of Physicians
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