Nurse Practitioner - NP

This Nurse Practitioner position provides direct and indirect patient care in an outpatient clinic setting serving the geriatric population. Working under the direct supervision of a Medical Director/PCP, you will manage complex clinical situations, perform comprehensive health assessments, and coordinate patient care across multiple settings including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals. Responsibilities Conduct health histories, physical examinations, and patient teaching Order, interpret, and follow up on laboratory 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 physician supervision 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 Document patient changes in the medical record and communicate these changes to team members Precept medical students and residents during clinic rotations Encourage patients to have Advanced Directives and provide education on Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) options; complete necessary documentation in collaboration with a physician Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings Required Qualifications Master\'s degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program 3-5 years of nursing experience Ability to practice within the scope of authority and meet standardized competencies as established by the state and approved by CMS 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 Preferred Qualifications Nurse Practitioner experience Experience working with a frail or elderly population (training provided if necessary) Technical Skills Proficient in EMR systems Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Strong computer literacy and ability to correspond effectively in writing Schedule Monday through Friday with on-call responsibilities Benefits Competitive salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) Employee Assistance Program #J-18808-Ljbffr ChartedNurse