What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Carthage Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Make a Lasting Impact: Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Are you a passionate NP seeking to provide compassionate care to a deserving senior population?
Our facility is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team and deliver high-quality primary care to our residents. In this fulfilling role, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents, working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses in a geriatric population.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans that address residents' medical, physical, and psychological needs.
- Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and perform procedures within your scope of practice.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate residents and families about health conditions and treatment options.
- Advocate for residents' well-being and ensure they receive appropriate care.
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR).
Qualifications:
- Active certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a focus on geriatrics.
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a geriatric setting (nursing home, long-term care, or geriatric clinic).
- Strong clinical skills in geriatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
- Proficient in EHR documentation.
We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Meaningful work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our residents.
- Flexible scheduling options (may be available).
- Continuing education opportunities.
Ready to make a difference?
We are an equal opportunity employer that believes in diversity in the workplace.