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*Description*

*Rheumatology Advance Practice Fellowship - Rheumatology APP Student Program*

*Per Diem*

*Danbury, CT*

*SUMMARY:*

The Rheumatology Fellowship Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Program is a twelve month post graduate training program developed to prepare Advanced Practice Providers for a career in rheumatology. The program incorporates supervised clinical training (16-20 hours weekly) supported by didactic educational modules. Upon completion of this program attendees will have the knowledge and skills needed to successfully manage autoimmune, inflammatory and musculoskeletal conditions. Candidates may also be eligible for employment in a Rheumatology Practice within the Nuvance Network.

*RESPONSIBILITIES*

1. Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.

2. Completes assigned didactic materials as assigned.

3. Participates in comprehensive patient assessment (with mentoring MD or APP).

4. Formulates differential diagnoses and evidence-based treatment plans based on patient assessments, laboratory testing and imaging.

5. Assists in office procedures such as joint aspirations and injections.

6. Participates in inpatient consults.

7. Participates in Rheumatology meetings, quality initiatives, and clinical projects.

8. Maintains clear, concise and accurate documentation.

9. Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values.

10. Performs other duties as required.

*REQUIREMENTS:*

Education

* Completion of an accredited nursing program, Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Skills

* MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint

* Effective communication and presentation skills

Credentials

* Current board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (Family NP, Adult-Gerontology NP, or Acute Care NP)

* Current NCCPA certification

* Unencumbered APRN license or PA license in the state of Connecticut

* Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions:

Manual: Some manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Exempt: No

Per Diem Salary Range: $17.00 - $21.00 Hourly

We are an equal opportunity employer

Qualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.