Geriatric Nurse Practitioner - Independent Patient-Centered Care

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

The Geriatric Nurse Practitioner at Beth Israel Lahey Health provides direct patient care focusing on physical diagnosis and therapeutic management, in collaboration with physicians as needed. Responsibilities span subacute rehab, long-term care, assisted living, rest homes and home care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education and cost-effective care across settings. Strong clinical leadership, interdisciplinary teamwork, and ongoing quality improvement are expected as

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing required.
• MA Nursing License and BLS required.
• 1-3 years related work experience required.
• Prescriptive authority from MA DPH-DCP and Federal DEA MA Board to practice as an APRN NRSG.
• AHA-BLS certificate required.
• Experience with computer systems including MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan of care for a panel of patients.
• Evaluates health status, takes history, performs exam, orders tests and interprets results to diagnose.
• Develops and implements a treatment plan within practice guidelines.
• Provide cost-effective care with focus on patient satisfaction.
• Participates in guideline development and education of patients and staff.

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Certificate

Nursing License

Tools

Computer systems: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access

Job description

The Geriatric Nurse Practitioner at Beth Israel Lahey Health provides direct patient care focusing on physical diagnosis and therapeutic management, in collaboration with physicians as needed. Responsibilities span subacute rehab, long-term care, assisted living, rest homes and home care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education and cost-effective care across settings. Strong clinical leadership, interdisciplinary teamwork, and ongoing quality improvement are expected as