Job Overview

As one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine’s doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?

The College of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner, to provide comprehensive, continuous, and personalized patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations. This role will facilitate the delivery of care for inpatient and outpatient situations and perform independently or as part of a treatment team. The position will also be responsible for oversight of our multi-specialty infusion site(s).

Essential Functions

• Clinical outpatient, inpatient services, and care coordination at West Chester Hospital.  The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will facilitate the delivery of care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations, as an independent provider in the ambulatory sites.
• Perform appropriate history and physical for complex, acute, critical, and chronically ill patients. 
• Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests. 
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
• Monitor the effectiveness of interventions. 
• Maintain accurate medical records.  
• Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed. 
• Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans. 
• Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice.
• Participate in research and development projects. 
• Participate in education of nurse practitioners, nurse practitioner students, and medical students.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Additional Infusion Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to infusion therapy, including reviewing lab results and current medications.
• Monitor infusion therapies under collaborative agreement and established protocols.
• Manage infusion-related reactions and provide emergency interventions when necessary.
• Educate patients and families regarding infusion treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other team members to optimize infusion care.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control standards, and institutional guidelines.
• Monitor patients for therapeutic effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed.
• Document all patient interactions, infusion administration, and adverse events accurately in the EMR.
• Participate in the development and implementation of infusion protocols and quality improvement initiatives.
• Provide leadership, training, and support for infusion center staff.

Required Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.
• Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.

Required Experience

• Three (3) years nursing experience.
• Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• 2 years’ experience working with patients that have complex medical issues.
• Experience working and treating patients with Rheumatologic and Immunologic related health issues.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment