Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care for Frail and Elderly Populations
Nurse Practitioner delivering comprehensive, patient-centered primary care to frail and elderly populations within a collaborative and mission-driven environment.
Job Description
- Collaborate closely with organization physicians to provide primary care services.
- Perform thorough assessments of participants, including initial, ongoing, and as‑needed evaluations.
- Develop, implement, and manage individualized care plans.
- Conduct evaluations and treatment for acute illnesses.
- Participate in discharge planning for transitions from hospital or long-term care settings.
- Conduct home visits as necessary to ensure continuity of care.
- Assist in the development and implementation of clinical policies and procedures.
- Actively engage in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
- Deliver care specifically focused on geriatric and frail populations.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation of all clinical encounters.
- Participate in the provider on-call rotation.
- Foster a compassionate and patient-centered care environment.
Qualifications
- Board Certified Nurse Practitioner (ANCC or AANP) required.
- Active Nurse Practitioner license is mandatory.
- DEA registration is necessary.
- CDS certification is required.
- BLS certification is essential.
- A minimum of 5 to 7 years of Nurse Practitioner experience, preferably in long-term care, is required.
- Experience with frail or elderly populations is desirable; willingness to undergo training is acceptable.
- A clean malpractice and license history is mandatory.