What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Diabetes Care APP position at Keene - Dartmouth Hitchcock Clinics?
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Endocrinology – Diabetes Care APP
Dartmouth Health Cheshire Medical Center is seeking an NP or PA with a strong interest in diabetes care to join our endocrinology team in Keene, NH. Our focus is on empowering patients to manage their condition through personalized treatment plans, advanced technology, and patient-centered care.
The successful candidate will provide expert clinical management, education, and support for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes. You will work closely with endocrinologists, primary care providers, and a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, individualized care.
Key Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments, including medical history, physical exams, and diagnostic evaluations for diabetes management.
- Treatment Plans: Develop and implement personalized diabetes care plans, including medication adjustments, insulin therapy, and lifestyle interventions.
- Patient Education: Provide detailed education on self-management, blood glucose monitoring, medication use, nutrition, and exercise.
- Technology Integration: Support patients in using continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), insulin pumps, and other diabetes management technologies.
- Care Coordination: Collaborate with primary care providers, endocrinologists, dietitians, and behavioral health specialists to deliver integrated care.
- Monitoring and Follow-Up: Regularly evaluate treatment effectiveness, adjust plans as needed, and ensure continuity of care.
- Preventative Care: Identify and manage risk factors for diabetes complications, including cardiovascular health, eye care, and foot health.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive patient records in compliance with regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited APRN or PA program
- Current and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in New Hampshire
- NCCPA certification or board-certified by the AANP or ANCC
- Passion for endocrinology and diabetes care
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Clinical experience in diabetes care preferred
What Dartmouth Health has to offer you:
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Professional development support and continuing education reimbursement.
- Work/life balance – no weekends and no call coverage
- Established patient base
What New Hampshire has to offer you:
- Four seasons and an outdoor lifestyle
- Proximity to mountains and hiking trails
- Driving distance to the seacoast
- Access to major cities and airports
- Local lakes for boating and swimming
About Cheshire Medical Center:
Cheshire Medical Center, a leading member of the world-class Dartmouth Health system, advances the health and wellness of the communities throughout the Monadnock Region through a combination of outstanding care and exceptional service. The leading employer in the area, Cheshire is a 169 bed facility employing 1,600 staff, of which 300 are providers, who live and serve within our communities.
On our Keene campus, our team delivers an impressive range of clinical services that reflect the needs of the individuals and communities we serve. Being part of the Dartmouth Health family enables us to provide services that far exceed those of a typical rural hospital, including extensive programs in primary care, cancer care, cardiology, orthopedics, and public health. Our clinical practice is distinguished by an exceptional staff, a deep commitment to safety and quality, and a culture that values the contribution of every staff member and volunteer. In addition, we perform extensive, innovative outreach efforts focused on removing barriers to good health throughout the region. Our membership in the Dartmouth Health system also enables us to provide access to hundreds of highly trained specialists and a depth of clinical and technical resources that enhance our capacity to serve our neighbors and strengthen our daily pursuit of excellence.
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Qualifications
- Area of Interest: Associate Provider
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 29720
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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