Nurse Practitioner - Urology
Hartford HealthCare Medical Group
Farmington, CT
$32-77/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
Pay
Description
Urology - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant
Location Detail: 499 Farmington Ave Farmington (10114)
Shift Detail: Mon-Fri
Hartford HealthCare is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN or PA) to join our specialized Urology and Pelvic Health team. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a physician specializing in Female Urology, Urogynecology, Voiding Dysfunction, and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery while providing comprehensive care for patients with a wide range of pelvic floor and genitourinary conditions.
The APP will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients in the outpatient setting and work collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. Opportunities for operating room first assisting may also be available.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform initial consultations and follow-up visits for patients with urologic and urogynecologic conditions.
- Evaluate and manage patients with urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, voiding dysfunction, pelvic floor disorders, neurogenic bladder, urethral stricture disease, chronic pelvic pain, chronic cystitis, and sexual dysfunction.
- Conduct pre-operative and post-operative evaluations and ongoing management.
- Provide patient counseling, education, and triage for acute concerns.
- Perform and interpret urodynamic testing.
- Perform urethral catheterization and provide patient education and training.
- Conduct pelvic floor muscle assessments and pelvic organ prolapse evaluations.
- Participate in advanced therapies including pessary fitting, sacral neuromodulation, and percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS).
- Collaborate with Urologists, Urogynecologists, Colorectal Surgeons, and fellow APPs to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Participate in research, clinical trials, and educational activities in collaboration with physicians, as appropriate.
- Promote patient and community education regarding pelvic floor health and wellness.
What You'll Learn & Practice
- Advanced evaluation and management of pelvic floor and lower urinary tract disorders.
- Evidence-based treatment approaches for urologic and urogynecologic conditions.
- Specialized assessment techniques including urodynamic testing and pelvic floor evaluation.
- Collaborative management of complex pelvic health conditions alongside subspecialty physicians and multidisciplinary care teams.
Schedule
- Full-time outpatient position
- Opportunities for procedural and surgical involvement, including potential first-assist responsibilities
- Travel to satellite office locations may be required
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
- Master's Degree in Nursing required for Nurse Practitioners.
- Active Connecticut APRN or PA license (or eligibility for licensure).
- DEA registration required.
- Current BLS/CPR certification required.
- Prior experience in Urology or Urogynecology preferred.
- Strong communication, patient education, and clinical assessment skills.
Join Hartford HealthCare and help improve the quality of life for patients through specialized pelvic health and urologic care in a collaborative and growing practice environment.
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About Farmington, CT
- Farmington's cost of living is higher than the national average, mainly due to housing costs.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 83°F, and winter lows can drop to 17°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Farmington, and they can be found with some research and planning.
- Farmington is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include heart disease and cancer.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Farmington offers a variety of restaurants, some art galleries, and music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy golf courses and hiking trails in the outdoors.
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