Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Geriatrics - TMC

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Nurse Practitioner – Geriatric to deliver comprehensive assessments and individualized care for older adults. In this full-time role, you will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes while advocating for the dignity and autonomy of geriatric patients. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, developing care plans, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess a Master's degree in Nursing, current licensure, and related experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or equivalent experience.
• Current Arizona RN and Nurse Practitioner license.
• One year of related experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive geriatric assessments.
• Provides direct patient care and develops care plans.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Knowledge of nursing care

Assessment skills

Health communication

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or related field

National certification as a Nurse Practitioner

Tools

DEA license

BLS certification

ACLS certification

CPI certification

Job description

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In collaboration with a physician, provides comprehensive assessment of patient’s health status, evaluates assessment data, and makes treatment decisions.

Essential Functions

• Conducts comprehensive geriatric assessments, including medical, functional, cognitive, psychosocial, and nutritional domains.
• Identifies geriatric syndromes such as delirium, falls, frailty, polypharmacy, depression, and dementia.
• Develops individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Provides direct patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and management of conditions common in older adults.
• Coordinates care across the continuum and facilitates safe transitions.
• Educates staff, patients, and families on geriatric best practices.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and research.
• Advocates for older adult patients, promoting dignity and autonomy.
• Leads or participates in interdisciplinary team activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field, or equivalent experience.
• One (1) year of related experience in an acute care setting (preferred).
• Current Arizona RN and Nurse Practitioner license, with prescriptive authority.
• National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or eligibility to obtain it.
• Must obtain and maintain DEA license, BLS, ACLS, and CPI certifications.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing care, assessment, and regulations.
• Skill in health assessments, treatment planning, and patient communication.
• Ability to interpret regulations, write reports, and analyze data.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Healthcare Provider.
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare.