Geriatric Nurse Practitioner — PACE Program Specialist

Capital Health (US); United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join its PACE program, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered geriatric care to participants in the community and care settings. You will collaborate with physicians and a broad care team to manage complex medical and functional needs, supporting independence and quality of life for older adults.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, medication management, and care coordination across settings, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Current New Jersey APN license.
• Prescriptive authority and DEA registration as required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary and preventive care to PACE participants in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Perform initial and ongoing health assessments, physical examinations, and management of acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care based on each participant’s medical, functional, psychosocial, and long-term care needs.
• Diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries and prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice.
• Monitor and manage chronic conditions commonly affecting older adults, including diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, pulmonary conditions, and other complex medical needs.

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Geriatrics

Primary care

Interdisciplinary team

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in NP

Job description

Capital Health is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join its PACE program, delivering comprehensive, patient-centered geriatric care to participants in the community and care settings. You will collaborate with physicians and a broad care team to manage complex medical and functional needs, supporting independence and quality of life for older adults.

The role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, medication management, and care coordination across settings, with opportunities for