About this opportunity
Med-Care Providers lists this Weight Loss & Obesity Medicine Nurse Practitioner (APRN) opportunity in las vegas, Nevada. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
About Med-Care Providers
Med-Care Providers is a patient-centered medical practice committed to delivering high-quality primary and specialty care across Nevada. We combine clinical excellence with innovative care models, including in-office, telehealth, and community-based services.
About Med-Care Providers
Med-Care Providers is a patient-centered medical practice committed to delivering high-quality primary and specialty care across Nevada. We combine clinical excellence with innovative care models, including in-office, telehealth, and community-based services.
Med-Care Providers, LLC is a rapidly growing, multi-specialty healthcare organization committed to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care throughout Southern Nevada. Our mission is to improve the health and quality of life of our patients by combining innovative medical treatments with compassionate, personalized care.
As we continue to expand our Weight Loss & Obesity Medicine Program, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) who is passionate about helping patients achieve long-term weight management success through comprehensive medical care, lifestyle modification, and the latest FDA-approved therapies.
Our mission is to improve access, outcomes, and patient experience through compassionate, evidence-based medicine. We foster a collaborative environment where providers and staff are empowered to deliver exceptional care while continuing to grow professionally.
Position Summary
The Weight Loss & Obesity Medicine Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive evaluations, develop individualized treatment plans, prescribe evidence-based pharmacologic therapies, monitor patient progress, and educate patients on achieving sustainable weight loss.
The ideal candidate is passionate about preventive medicine, obesity management, metabolic health, and improving patients' overall wellness.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To
Medical Weight Loss
Perform comprehensive medical weight loss consultations
Obtain detailed medical, dietary, and lifestyle histories
Develop individualized weight management plans
Establish realistic patient goals
Monitor treatment progress through scheduled follow-up visits
Adjust treatment plans based on clinical response
Obesity Medicine
Evaluate And Manage Patients With
Obesity
Overweight
Metabolic Syndrome
Prediabetes
Type 2 Diabetes
Hypertension
Hyperlipidemia
Insulin Resistance
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD)
Obesity-related comorbidities
Medication Management
Prescribe And Manage FDA-approved Obesity Medications, Including
Wegovy (Semaglutide)
Ozempic
Mounjaro (Tirzepatide)
Zepbound
Saxenda
Rybelsus
Contrave
Qsymia
Phentermine (when appropriate)
Other evidence-based anti-obesity therapies
Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and long-term outcomes while providing patient education regarding medication use.
Lifestyle Medicine
Provide individualized nutrition counseling
Develop exercise recommendations
Counsel patients on behavioral modification
Promote healthy sleep habits
Address stress management strategies
Encourage long-term lifestyle changes to support sustained weight loss
Body Composition & Metabolic Monitoring
Perform body composition assessments
Track weight, BMI, body fat percentage, and lean muscle mass
Review metabolic laboratory studies
Monitor treatment outcomes
Utilize objective measurements to guide clinical decisions
Diagnostic & Laboratory Evaluation
Order And Interpret Laboratory Testing, Including
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Hemoglobin A1c
Lipid Panel
Thyroid Function Tests
Insulin Levels
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Iron Studies
Hormonal testing when clinically indicated
Patient Education
Educate Patients Regarding
Healthy nutrition
Portion control
Physical activity
Medication adherence
Long-term weight maintenance
Disease prevention
Lifestyle modifications
Documentation
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Complete patient notes in accordance with organizational standards
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and payer documentation requirements
Qualifications
Required
Active Nevada APRN License
National Board Certification (FNP, AGNP, Adult NP, or Adult-Gerontology NP)
Current DEA Registration or eligibility to obtain
Current BLS Certification
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Preferred
Experience in Medical Weight Loss
Experience in Obesity Medicine
Experience prescribing GLP-1 receptor agonistsKnowledge of obesity treatment guidelines
Experience counseling patients on nutrition and exercise
Experience interpreting metabolic laboratory testingExperience with body composition analysisBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
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Worksite address
las vegas, NV, 89105, US
Who can apply
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