Nurse Practitioner - NP

TEEMA; Lakehurst (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the Medical Director/PCP. You will handle health assessments, coordinate patient care, and participate in the 24-hour care planning with the interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master's in nursing, NP licensure, and 3–5 years of nursing experience, preferably with geriatric patients. Join a dynamic organization with competitive salary and weekday schedule.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience, with Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
• Ability to practice within the scope of authority and meet CMS-approved competencies.
• Experience with frail or elderly population preferred; training provided if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching; order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests and results.
• Perform selected procedures and document care in the EMR; initiate emergency measures as needed.
• Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies within protocols.
• Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under supervision of attending physician.
• Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with PCP approval.
• Act as a liaison with healthcare professionals, providing education and support for staff, patients, and families.
• Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.
• Assist IDT in formulating a plan for the coordination of 24-hour care.

Skills

3-5 years nursing experience

NP experience preferred

Education

Master's degree in clinical nursing (NP program)

Job description

The Nurse Practitioner will provide direct and indirect care to patients. Working under the direct supervision of the Medical Director/PCP, this role involves managing complex clinical situations, performing health assessments, and coordinating patient care.

Responsibilities:

Conduct health histories, physical exams, and patient teaching; order, interpret, and follow up on lab tests and results.

Perform selected procedures and document care in the electronic medical record (EMR); initiate emergency measures as needed.

Manage medication orders and diagnostic studies/treatments within attending physician-approved protocols.

Assess, initiate, and coordinate patient care daily under the supervision of the attending physician.

Refer patients to other physicians and specialists with staff PCP approval.

Act as a liaison with healthcare professionals, providing education, communication, and support for staff, patients, and families.

Participate in the provider call schedule and attend staff meetings.

Assist the interdisciplinary team (IDT) in formulating a plan for the coordination of 24-hour care.

Document patient changes in the medical record and communicate these changes to team members.

Evaluate and treat patients in various settings, including homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and hospitals.

Precept medical students and residents during their clinic rotation.

Encourage patients to have Advanced Directives and provide education as needed; discuss Do Not Resuscitate (DNR) options and complete necessary documentation in collaboration with a physician.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Master's degree in clinical nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

3-5 years of nursing experience, with Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.

Ability to practice within the scope of authority and meet standardized competencies as established by the state and approved by CMS.

Experience working with a frail or elderly population preferred; training provided if necessary.

Reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and state-required liability auto insurance.

Medically cleared for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before engaging in direct patient contact.

Pass a comprehensive criminal background check, including federal and state Medicare/Medicaid exclusion lists, criminal history, education verification, license verification, reference check, and drug screen.

Population:

Geratic population

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Opportunity to work with a dynamic and growing organization.

Monday - Friday NO WEEKENDS