What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Professional - Chronic Illness Management position at Abode Care Partners?
Job Description
The Nurse Practitioner at Abode Care Partners is responsible for providing personalized medical care to seniors and patients with complex needs. This includes comprehensive patient assessments, diagnostic testing, and maintaining accurate medical records.
The role also involves collaborating with healthcare professionals to evaluate and treat chronic and urgent illnesses. Additionally, you will perform evidence-based medical care by planning, directing, and evaluating patient medical needs.
Responsibilities:
- 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.