Nurse Practitioner - Gastroenterology

Summary

The Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients with gastrointestinal disorders in collaboration with a gastroenterologist. The NP performs patient assessments, develops and implements treatment plans, manages acute and chronic GI conditions, and educates patients on disease prevention and management.

Job Description

• Conduct comprehensive history and physical examinations of patients with gastrointestinal complaints.
• Diagnose and manage a variety of GI disorders including but not limited to GERD, IBS, IBD, hepatitis, liver disease, colorectal cancer screening, and other digestive conditions.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests such as endoscopy, colonoscopy, biopsies, lab work, and imaging studies.
• Collaborate with gastroenterologists and multidisciplinary teams to develop and adjust patient care plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and organizational policies.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure education and follow-up care to ensure patient understanding and compliance.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and families on nutrition, lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and disease management.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters in electronic health records (EHR).
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.
• Maintain compliance with clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GI anatomy, pathology, and treatment modalities.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.
• Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.
• State Controlled Substance License (if required by State).
• National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP).
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.
• Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.