Nurse Practitioner-PACE Program

Chapters Health System; Town of Florida, Northern (NY, KY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits day 1

Mileage reimbursement

Sign-on bonus 10K for 2 year commit

Schedule Monday-Friday days

Job summary

Chapters Health System in Florida is hiring an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse with a focus on adult health, primary care and geriatrics to support palliative and hospice services. You will provide medical care, document records, and participate in coordinating care with the medical director and staff.

Requires Master’s in Nursing, Florida APRN license, Hospice/Palliative certification preferred, and DEA active.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Master’s degree in nursing and be a licensed APRN in Florida.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative nursing preferred.
• DEA license and Medicare provider eligibility required.
• Valid Florida driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Experience in primary care or geriatrics with palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for patients in person and by phone with staff nurses.
• Document in patient records to meet medical practice criteria and billing needs.
• Maintain 24/7 medical coverage for PACE patients as directed.
• Collaborate with Hope HealthCare Services staff and community physicians.

Skills

Adult Health

Primary Care

Geriatrics

Hospice or Palliative care

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (APRN)

Job description

It’s inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you’ll realize it’s more than a job. It’s a mission. We’re committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Benefits day 1 Mileage reimbursement Schedule-Monday-Friday-days Sign on bonus-10 K for a 2 year commitment

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to administer quality primary care in a professional manner which supports the patient and families.
• Provide documentation in the patient record that meets criteria for good medical practice and addresses legal mandates.
• Provide on-call coverage for patient / families on a rotation basis (not applicable to all positions).
• Communicate successfully with other Hope Healthcare services.

Knowledge & Skills

• Adult Health, Primary Care and / or Geriatrics
• Hospice or Palliative Care (preferable)
• Practices within the standards of the American Nurses Association for: Scope and Standards of Practice, Code of Ethics for Nursing, Nursing’s Social Policy Statement and Specialty Nursing Standards

Required qualifications

• Advanced Nursing Degree, Master’s level from accredited nursing school. Specialty in Adult Health, Primary Care, and Geriatrics preferred.
• Current unrestricted APRN license, Florida.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative nursing preferred.
• Must possess / be eligible for Medicare license (Medicaid preferred) as a participating provider.
• DEA license required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of Florida, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Certifications/Licenses/Registration: Must possess a valid driver’s license in the state of Florida, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation. A current license to practice Advanced Nursing in the State of Florida is required. Credentialing through ANCC as a NP is preferred. Certification in Hospice and Palliative nursing is preferred. Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
• Experience Requirements Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical care and palliative medicine. Certification in Hospice and Palliative nursing is preferred.

Position Specific Responsibilities (not all inclusive)

• Provide medical care for patients assigned in person, and by telephone communication with staff nurses.
• Provide documentation in the patient record that meets criteria for good medical practice, addresses legal mandates, and adequately supports billing codes.
• Communicate successfully with other Hope HealthCare Services employees, the public, and community physicians in a manner that represents Hope’s culture of a collaborative and positive work environment.
• Assist the Medical Director in maintaining 24 hour, 7 day per week medical coverage for PACE patients in Hope Hospice facilities and services (if applicable).
• Provide on-call coverage for Hope Palliative Care patients/families on a rotation basis (if applicable).
• Participate in Hope PACE medical staff meetings and complete any mandatory continuing medical education activities as directed by the administration, in addition to CME needed to maintain certification.
• Participate in any Quality Assurance activities approved by the administration as appropriate to your job setting.
• Follow federal and state laws regarding medication prescription.
• Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers.
• Consistently represents Hope with integrity and professionalism.
• Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job.
• Carry out duties and responsibilities in a manner that exemplifies excellent customer service.
• When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor.
• Assist with special projects, as requested.
• All other job duties as may be assigned.

Compensation Pay Range: $88,500.00 - $134,300.00

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.

It is the policy of the Organization to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. The Organization(s) complies with all civil rights laws and other federal, state and local fair employment laws that prohibit any unlawful employment practices including harassment and discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, status as a covered veteran, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions, including hiring and promoting, are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and business needs. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As a progressive leader and premier health organization, Chapters Health System is dedicated to delivering innovative care throughout chronic illness progression and beyond. Since 1983 as a community-based, not-for-profit organization, Chapters Health has provided choices, education and guidance through its managed affiliates: Capital Caring Health, Chapters Health Foundation, Chapters Health Hospice, Chapters Health Pharmacy, Chapters Health Staffing, Cornerstone Hospice & Palliative Care, Good Shepherd Hospice, Hope Healthcare, Hospice of Okeechobee, HPH Hospice and LifePath Hospice. Chapters Health offers services throughout the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the country to improve the patient/family experience well in advance of end-of-life needs. Chapters Health and its affiliates are licensed in Alachua, Arlington, Bradford, Charlotte, Cherokee, Citrus, Cobb, Collier, Columbia, District of Columbia (all eight wards), Dixie, Fairfax, Fauquier, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gilchrist, Glades, Gwinnett, Hall, Hamilton, Hardee, Hendry, Hernando, Highlands, Hillsborough, Howard, Lafayette, Lake, Lee, Levy, Loudoun, Marion, Martin, Miami-Dade, Monroe, Montgomery, Okeechobee, Orange, Osceola, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Prince George’s, Prince William, Putnam, St. Lucie, Sumter, Suwannee and Union counties.