Locums Geriatric Medicine Nurse Practitioner

Northeast Healthcare Recruitment, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a Locums Geriatric Medicine Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive care to elderly patients in Philadelphia. This role includes managing medical conditions and conducting patient assessments in long-term care settings. The position offers varied shifts and requires on-call coverage every third week.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of NP experience required, preferably in long-term care.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail or elderly population.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and specialized geriatric care in long-term care settings.
• Conduct patient assessments, diagnose conditions, and develop treatment plans.
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions, coordinating medication management.

Skills

Compassionate Care

Patient Assessment

Medication Management

Education

Active Pennsylvania NP License

AANP or ANCC Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

We are seeking a Locums Geriatric Medicine Nurse Practitioner to provide compassionate and comprehensive care to elderly patients in Philadelphia, PA. This position offers a varied shift schedule and requires on-call coverage every third week (Monday – Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:30 AM, and full-day coverage on weekends). The Nurse Practitioner will provide primary and specialized geriatric care in long-term care settings, conducting patient assessments, diagnosing conditions, and developing treatment plans for the frail and elderly population. Responsibilities include managing acute and chronic medical conditions, coordinating medication management, and implementing preventive care strategies.

Requirements:

• Active Pennsylvania NP License
• AANP or ANCC Certification
• DEA & Controlled Substance (CSR/CDS) Registration
• BLS Certification
• 5-7 years of NP experience required, preferably in long-term care.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with the frail or elderly population