Geriatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care for LTC

CareMed

Bowling Green (KY)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 125,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Recertification Reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Paid time off

RVU Bonus

Job summary

CareMed Health Solutions in Bowling Green is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary and preventative care to residents in long-term care facilities. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to manage chronic conditions and coordinate care with facility staff.

The role includes advanced care planning, prescribing medications in accordance with KY law, and collaborating with a primary care physician. Experience in geriatrics or family practice and EMR proficiency are preferred.

Qualifications

Current, unrestricted NP license in Kentucky.
Board Certification.
DEA licensure.
Clinical background in adult, family or geriatric specialties.
Experience working in a long-term care setting.
Ability to work with an EMR.
Ability to manage patients with advanced illness and multiple chronic conditions.
Ability to work within an interdisciplinary care team.
Basic coding knowledge preferred, not required.

Responsibilities

Provide primary and preventative care for long term care patients.
Manage residents with acute changes in condition.
Advanced care planning and chronic care management.
Prescribe appropriate medications according to KY law.
Order, review and follow up with treatments and diagnostic testing.
Communicate with nursing home staff regarding changes in condition and care plans.
Collaborate with primary care physician.