Nurse Practitioner

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Continuing education opportunities

Flexible scheduling options

Job summary

Aspire Physical Recovery Center at Cahaba River in Vestavia Hills, AL seeks a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide primary geriatric care. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans for residents, diagnose and manage illnesses, and advocate for residents’ well-being.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, strong communication, and proficient EHR documentation as you collaborate to deliver high-quality care in a skilled nursing setting.

Qualifications

• Active NP certification with geriatrics focus.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in geriatric settings.
• Strong geriatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration and interpersonal abilities.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Proficient in EHR documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive examinations and manage acute and chronic geriatric conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized geriatric care plans.
• Prescribe medications and order/interpret diagnostics within scope.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers and therapists.
• Educate residents and families about conditions and options.
• Advocate for resident well-being and ensure appropriate care.
• Document care accurately in the electronic health record.

Skills

Geriatric care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Nurse Practitioner Certification (NP)

Tools

EHR proficiency

Job description

Make a Lasting Impact: Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Are you a passionate NP seeking to provide compassionate care to a deserving senior population?

Our facility is seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our team and deliver high-quality primary care to our residents. In this fulfilling role, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our residents, working collaboratively with our interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct comprehensive physical examinations, diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses in a geriatric population.
2. Develop and implement individualized care plans that address residents' medical, physical, and psychological needs.
3. Prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and perform procedures within your scope of practice.
4. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and therapists to ensure coordinated care.
5. Educate residents and families about health conditions and treatment options.
6. Advocate for residents' well-being and ensure they receive appropriate care.
7. Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in the electronic health record (EHR).

Qualifications:

1. Active certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) with a focus on geriatrics.
2. Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in a geriatric setting (nursing home, long-term care, or geriatric clinic).
3. Strong clinical skills in geriatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
4. Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
5. Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
6. Proficient in EHR documentation.

We Offer:

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Meaningful work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
3. Opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our residents.
4. Flexible scheduling options (may be available).
5. Continuing education opportunities.

Ready to make a difference?

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.