What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner position at My Headhunter?
Long-Term Care Facility
Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner
Waterloo, New York, United States
$115,000 to $135,000
Adult / Family Nurse Practitioner
Waterloo, New York, United States
$115,000 to $135,000
- Patient Assessment and Diagnosis: Conducting comprehensive assessments of residents' health status, diagnosing acute and chronic conditions, and developing individualized care plans.
- Medication Management: Prescribing, administering, and monitoring medications, ensuring appropriate dosages and addressing potential side effects. This is a significant responsibility for NPs.
- Chronic Disease Management: Managing common chronic conditions prevalent in elderly populations, such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, and dementia.
- Acute Care: Providing care for acute illnesses and injuries, such as infections, falls, and exacerbations of chronic conditions, often in collaboration with physicians.
- Collaboration and Communication: Working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and families to coordinate care and ensure optimal patient outcomes. Communication with families about patient status and care plans is crucial.
- Patient Education: Educating residents and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventative care strategies.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate and detailed medical records, documenting all patient encounters, assessments, and interventions. This is essential for legal and quality of care purposes.
- Quality Improvement: Participating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of care and patient safety within the facility.
- Competitive Salary ($115,000 - $135,000):
- Incentives:
- Productivity bonuses:
- Quality-based incentives:
- Retention bonuses:
- Student Loan Repayment
- Sign-on Bonus
- Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) or similar plan, potentially with matching.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Professional Development
- Malpractice Insurance: Coverage for professional liability.
- NP Certification
- NYS License: The candidate must be licensed or eligible to obtain a license in NY.
- Board Certification/ Board Eligable: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or another relevant specialty.
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000
