Nurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, Allergy & Immunology

University of Cincinnati

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 20 hours ago
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactorsNext Lives at the University of CincinnatiFounded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,000 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 350,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $88.8 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success.Job OverviewAs one of the oldest medical schools in the country, the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine (COM) has a reputation for training best-in-class health care professionals and developing cutting-edge procedures and research that improves the health and clinical care of patients. In partnership with the UC Health academic healthcare system and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, College of Medicine's doctors and faculty are transforming the world of medicine every day. The Department of Internal Medicine is a top-tier department with world-renowned faculty and staff. With world-class research, teaching, and medical practice opportunities, why not choose the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine?The College of Medicine, Division of Rheumatology, Allergy, and Immunology is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner, to provide comprehensive, continuous, and personalized patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations. This role will facilitate the delivery of care for inpatient and outpatient situations and perform independently or as part of a treatment team. The position will also be responsible for oversight of our multi-specialty infusion site(s).Essential Functions
  • Clinical outpatient, inpatient services, and care coordination at West Chester Hospital. The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will facilitate the delivery of care, including diagnosis, treatments, and consultations, as an independent provider in the ambulatory sites.
  • Perform appropriate history and physical for complex, acute, critical, and chronically ill patients.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic tests.
  • Prescribe appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment modalities.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of interventions.
  • Maintain accurate medical records.
  • Collaborate with other providers and members of the health care team in delivery of care and make appropriate referrals when needed.
  • Educate patients and families about medical conditions and treatment plans.
  • Facilitate staff, patient, and family decision making using evidence-based practice.
  • Participate in research and development projects.
  • Participate in education of nurse practitioners, nurse practitioner students, and medical students.
  • Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.
Additional Infusion Responsibilities
  • Perform comprehensive patient assessments prior to infusion therapy, including reviewing lab results and current medications.
  • Monitor infusion therapies under collaborative agreement and established protocols.
  • Manage infusion-related reactions and provide emergency interventions when necessary.
  • Educate patients and families regarding infusion treatments, side effects, and self-care strategies.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other team members to optimize infusion care.
  • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, infection control standards, and institutional guidelines.
  • Monitor patients for therapeutic effectiveness and adjust care plans as needed.
  • Document all patient interactions, infusion administration, and adverse events accurately in the EMR.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of infusion protocols and quality improvement initiatives.
  • Provide leadership, training, and support for infusion center staff.
Required EducationMaster's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program.Required Trainings/Certifications
  • Active Ohio APRN license with prescriptive authority.
  • Active Board Certification in appropriate nursing specialty.
Required Experience
  • Three (3) years nursing experience.
  • Additional related work experience may be required depending on specialty/sub-specialty.
Additional Qualifications Considered
  • 2 years' experience working with patients that have complex medical issues.
  • Experience working and treating patients with Rheumatologic and Immunologic related health issues.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
  • Sitting - Often
  • Repetitive hand motion (such as typing) - Often
  • Hearing, listening - Often
  • Talking - Often
  • Standing - Often
  • Walking - Often
  • Bending - Seldom
  • Stooping - Seldom
  • Kneeling, squatting - Seldom
  • Reaching overhead - Seldom
  • Pulling, pushing - Seldom
Compensation and BenefitsUC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. ( ) Highlights include:Comprehensive Tuition RemissionUC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.Robust Retirement PlansAs a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position.Real Work-Life BalanceUC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:Vacation and sick time11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parentsAdditional Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary based on experience
  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
  • Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
  • Professional development & mentorship opportunities
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page atUC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at .Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.REQ: 99870SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHENurse Practitioner, COM, Department of Internal Medicine, Rheumatology, Allergy & ImmunologyDate: Sep 3, 2025Location:Cincinnati, OH, USFacility: Main Campus

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