Geriatric Primary Care APN/PA Lead

Element Care Inc.; Lynn (MA); Híbrido; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Element Care Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to join the PACE interdisciplinary team. The APP will collaborate with Medical Doctors to deliver comprehensive primary care for geriatric participants across homes, ALFs, and centers.

The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with frequent local travel and compliance with MA licensure and DEA requirements. Prior geriatric experience and strong teamwork are essential.

Formación

• MSN in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies required.
• Current Board Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Massachusetts.
• Massachusetts licensure and DEA registration required.
• CPR certification current.
• Minimum of two years’ geriatric population experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and patients.
• Ability to lead independently and work in a team.
• Ability to manage tasks with attention to detail.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct comprehensive physical exams annually and semi-annually.
• Evaluate participants in homes, ALFs, and centers for episodic visits and follow-ups.
• Perform nursing home and home visits as clinically indicated.
• Participate in After Hours On-Call Coverage.
• Provide health care teaching to patients and caregivers.
• Ensure documentation is complete and timely.
• Adhere to Element Care practice guidelines and fiscal constraints.
• Maintain high standards of care and professional interactions.
• Occasional local travel for patient care and team meetings.

Conocimientos

Geriatric care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Educación

MSN in Nursing or PA Studies

Massachusetts State Licensure

Massachusetts DEA Registration

CPR Certification

Descripción del empleo

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. This position is full time M-F 8am to 4pm.

• 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.