Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner – Long-Term Care

TruHealth; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TruHealth seeks an advanced practice provider (NP or PA) with a geriatrics focus to improve outcomes for long-term care residents. You will collaborate with a team of providers and case managers to deliver personalized, coordinated health care that enhances quality of life and reduces hospital visits.

As an APRN or PA, you will exercise independent judgement, work with facility partners and health plan leadership, and comply with federal and state regulations while contributing to TruHealth’s

Qualifications

• 3 years’ experience in clinical nursing or rehab in geriatric populations.
• FNP/AGNP/AGACNP or PA license required.
• Degree from an accredited APRN or PA program.
• Electronic Health Records experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Outlook, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ medical and mental health needs and plan care.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations for clinical services.
• Prescribe medications and order labs, diagnostics, and referrals.
• Monitor treatment responses and adjust plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with RN case managers as part of an integrated care team.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent judgement

Patient care planning

Education

APRN/NP license (FNP/AGNP/AGACNP)

Physician Assistant license

Degree from accredited APRN or PA program

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Microsoft Office

Job description

TruHealth seeks an advanced practice provider (NP or PA) with a geriatrics focus to improve outcomes for long-term care residents. You will collaborate with a team of providers and case managers to deliver personalized, coordinated health care that enhances quality of life and reduces hospital visits.

As an APRN or PA, you will exercise independent judgement, work with facility partners and health plan leadership, and comply with federal and state regulations while contributing to TruHealth’s