In-Home Geriatric NP | Impactful Primary Care

VNA Health Group; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

VNA Health Group’s Visiting Physician Services (VPS) offers in-home primary care for older adults who are homebound or medically complex. The Nurse Practitioner will deliver high-quality care, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and support patients and families in their homes.

The role requires an NLN-accredited Master’s in Nursing, NJ APN licensure with prescriptive authority, and national certification in Adult or Geriatric NP.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an NLN-accredited program.
• NJ APN licensure with prescriptive authority; CDS and DEA.
• National certification as an Adult or Geriatric Nurse Practitioner.
• 2+ years APN or RN experience.
• Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, diagnoses and develops plan of care for homebound patients.
• Monitors patient condition and response to treatment.
• Acts as agency representative with patients, families, and health agencies.
• Participates in organizational QAPI program and in-service programs.
• Adheres to infection control and safety policies.
• Adheres to absenteeism and appearance policies.

Skills

APN experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

VNA Health Group’s Visiting Physician Services (VPS) offers in-home primary care for older adults who are homebound or medically complex. The Nurse Practitioner will deliver high-quality care, coordinate with an interdisciplinary team, and support patients and families in their homes.

The role requires an NLN-accredited Master’s in Nursing, NJ APN licensure with prescriptive authority, and national certification in Adult or Geriatric NP.