Geriatric NP for PACE - Primary Care & Care Coordination

Blue Ridge Care; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

PTO

Volunteer Time

Thrift Shop Discount

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

Blue Ridge Care in Winchester, Virginia, is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care within our PACE program for frail elderly participants. Working under the Medical Director, you will perform comprehensive assessments and partner with the Interdisciplinary Team to support frail elderly participants.

You will develop individualized care plans, manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, educate participants and caregivers, and help ensure high-quality,

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) and Nurse Practitioner in the state.
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner by a nationally recognized organization.
• Geriatric Nurse Practitioner (GNP) certification with prescriptive authority preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with frail or elderly populations.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary setting preferred (hospital, nursing home, or community-based).
• 2+ years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner in geriatrics preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance required.
• Must meet immunization and communicable disease requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive history and physical assessments for new participants.
• Develop and implement individual care plans with the IDT.
• Evaluate and treat participants during acute and chronic illness.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists in collaboration with the Primary Care Physician.
• Maintain accurate participant medical records and documentation.
• Provide education to participants, caregivers, and staff.
• Participate actively in IDT meetings and provide clinical input.
• Coordinate care across multiple settings and external providers.

Skills

Geriatric care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

EMR proficiency

English fluency

Education

RN license

Nurse Practitioner license

GNP certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Blue Ridge Care in Winchester, Virginia, is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care within our PACE program for frail elderly participants. Working under the Medical Director, you will perform comprehensive assessments and partner with the Interdisciplinary Team to support frail elderly participants.

You will develop individualized care plans, manage acute and chronic conditions, coordinate referrals, educate participants and caregivers, and help ensure high-quality,