Nurse Practitioner - Bariatrics
Job Summary
Occupation
Nurse Practitioner
Specialty
Family Practice/Primary Care
Degree Required
DNP
MSN/MSRN
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Clinic/Private Practice
Location
New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job Description
Last Update:
10/29/24
Nurse Practitioner - Bariatrics
We are looking for a full-time Nurse Practitioner to join our team of bariatrics specialists. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bariatrics, obesity surgery, and obesity medicine.
The primary responsibilities of this position include:
- Providing comprehensive care to patients who are obese or overweight and considering bariatric surgery
- Performing preoperative and postoperative assessments
- Coordinating care with other members of the bariatrics team, including surgeons, dietitians, and psychologists
- Educating patients about bariatric surgery and the postoperative recovery process
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Master's degree in nursing (MSN)
- Current certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- At least 2 years of experience in providing care to patients who are obese or overweight
- Strong clinical skills and knowledge of bariatric surgery and obesity medicine
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits. To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:
Ben Dollar
The Provider Finder