What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Professional - Chronic Care Specialist position at Abode Care Partners?
Nurse Practitioner Role Overview
Abode Care Partners is a leading provider of integrated medical services catering to individuals from post-hospitalization to home care. We offer quality medical care to seniors, people with complex conditions, special needs, and individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
The Nurse Practitioner role at Abode Care Partners involves providing evidence-based medical care, focusing on chronic and urgent episodic illnesses for seniors and patients with complex needs. This position requires collaboration with other healthcare professionals and maintaining comprehensive patient care plans while ensuring up-to-date medical records.
We are seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our team. As a member of our interdisciplinary care team, you will have the opportunity to enhance your medical skills in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Performs evidence-based medical care by planning, directing, and evaluating patient medical needs
- Examines and treats chronic and urgent episodic illnesses, minor injuries, accidents, and other injuries or illnesses
- Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic testing as needed
- Collaborates with caregivers and other healthcare professionals in providing interdisciplinary care and maintaining a comprehensive plan of care
- Provides referrals to other healthcare practitioners when necessary
- Ensures patient medical records are kept up to date
Qualifications:
- Active state Nurse Practitioners license
- Current Nurse Practitioner National Board Certification
- Active state DEA licensure
- Master's degree in Nursing (MSN)
- Five or more years of nursing experience; at least two years of nurse practitioner experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal communication skills – verbal and written
- Excellent time management skills with accountability for practitioner's daily workflow
- Proficiency in medical instruments and equipment
- Strong knowledge base of HIPAA and OSHA regulations
- Demonstrated proficiency in computer-based data management programs, electronic medical record (EMR) systems, and Microsoft Office applications
- Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance
- Ability to engage in moderate physical activity, such as handling objects up to 25 lbs., standing or walking for more than four hours per day, etc.
