Nurse Practitioner - NP

The Nurse Practitioner will provide direct and indirect care to patients. Working under the direct supervision of the Medical Director/PCP, this role involves managing complex clinical situations, performing health assessments, and coordinating patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching; order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests and results.
• Perform selected procedures and document care in the electronic medical record (EMR); initiate emergency measures as needed.
• Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies/treatments within attending physician-approved protocols.
• Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under the supervision of the attending physician.
• Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with staff PCP approval.
• Act as a liaison with healthcare professionals, providing education, communication, and support for staff, patients, and families.
• Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.
• Assist the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in formulating a plan for the coordination of 24-hour care.
• Document patient changes in the medical record and communicate these changes to team members.
• Evaluate and treat patients in various settings, including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.
• Precept medical students and residents during their clinic rotation.
• Encourage patients to have Advanced Directives and provide education as needed; discuss Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) options and complete necessary documentation in collaboration with a physician.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience, with Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
• Ability to practice within the scope of authority and meet standardized competencies as established by the state and approved by CMS.
• Experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; training provided if necessary.
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and state-required liability auto insurance.
• Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before engaging in direct patient contact.
• Pass a comprehensive criminal background check, including federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), and general office equipment.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to correspond effectively in writing.

Setting

Outpatient Clinic working with the geriatric population.

Hours

Monday - Friday and on call.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 401(k).
• Employee assistance program, etc.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.