Advanced Practice Provider NP/PA

Element Care PACE; Lynn (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Care PACE is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – NP/PA to join the interdisciplinary team in MA. The APP will plan, implement, and evaluate care plans meeting PACE standards and collaborate with Medical Doctors to provide comprehensive primary care to participants.

The role includes annual/semi-annual examinations, home and facility visits, after-hours coverage, patient education, and adherence to the APP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• MSN or Physician Assistant Studies required.
• Massachusetts NP/PA board certification or licensure required.
• Massachusetts DEA registration required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum 2 years geriatric care experience.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive physical examinations annually and semi-annually.
• Evaluates participants in homes, ALFs, centers for episodic visits and follow-ups.
• Performs home visits for acute/chronic needs as required.
• Participates in After Hours On-Call Coverage.
• Provides health care teaching to patients, families, and caregivers.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Problem solving

Education

MSN or Physician Assistant Studies

Massachusetts NP/PA Certification

Massachusetts DEA Privileges

CPR Certification

Job description

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – NP/PA participates as a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team in the planning, implementation and evaluation of care plans that meet the objectives, standards and policies of the PACE model of care. The APP collaborates with the Medical Doctors at the site to provide comprehensive primary care to the participants.

• Conducts thorough and comprehensive physical examinations of participants on an annual and semi-annual basis.
• Evaluates participants in a variety of care settings (homes, ALFs, at the center, etc.) for episodic visits, acute illnesses and follow-up from hospitalizations.
• Makes nursing home visits in accordance with the state nursing home requirements and as clinically indicated.
• Makes home visits as needed acutely or in chronic situations when participants are home bound.
• Participates in the After Hours On-Call Coverage.
• Provides appropriate health care teaching to patients, their families and caregivers, as well as to other members of the Interdisciplinary Team.
• Adheres to the standards set forth in the Element Care APP/MD Collaborative Practice Guide.
• Completes appropriate, accurate, timely documentation, onsite and offsite.
• Ensures that duties are accomplished in a fiscally responsible manner adhering to established budgetary constraints.
• Ensures that all interactions with clients are conducted in a manner that adheres to the highest standards of care for all Element Care clients.
• Ability to pass a fit test. Position requires mask where seal is critical. Incumbent is required to not have facial hair that interferes with a tight seal of the respirator.
• Frequent local travel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specification:

• Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies.
• Current Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• Massachusetts and DEA Prescription Privileges.
• Credentialed for the Element Care affiliate Long Term Care Facilities.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Minimum of one 2 years working with a geriatric population.
• Ability to convey information clearly and succinctly with all employees, so that relevant information is communicated appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to lead independently and to be able to work well with others.
• Ability to work within a team concept and to be considerate of co-workers and colleagues.
• Ability to pay attention to detail, to be a self-starter, and to complete tasks on time.
• Ability to be able to quickly recognize situations/problems before they become acute, and to be able to implement effective solutions and understand consequences.

EEO Statement

Element Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.

Element Care is committed to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Compensation details: 130000-160000 Yearly Salary