What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Practitioner position at Visiting Docs?
Job Description
Do you have a passion for helping the Geriatric population? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others? Look no further and apply today! We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive primary care services to residents of assisted living facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience with the geriatric population and/or long-term care, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Why Join Us?
- Convenient working hours!
- No nights or weekends making for a great work/life balance!
- Beautiful work enviornment!
- Competitive salary!
- Opportunity for professional growth and development!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments of residents, including physical examinations, medical histories, and medication reconciliation.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, considering the unique needs and preferences of each resident.
- Manage chronic conditions and acute illnesses, providing timely interventions and appropriate referrals as needed.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as laboratory tests and imaging studies, to aid in diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Prescribe medications and treatments within the scope of practice and in accordance with state regulations and facility policies.
- Participate in care initiation for our chronic care management services.
- Provide education and counseling to residents and their families regarding health maintenance, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and interdisciplinary meetings to enhance the overall quality of care and resident outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all assessments, interventions, and communications in the electronic medical record system.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Nursing and graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Unrestricted New York State Nurse Practitioner license.
- Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe all medications commonly prescribed in the course of the practice.
- Eligible to provide reimbursable services and maintain provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
Preferred Experience
- A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience, preferably in long-term care.
- Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) electronic health records.
Schedule
- Full and part-time opportunities available.
- On-site required.
