Nurse Practitioner

Overview

• Provide comprehensive healthcare services to residents, conducting assessments and managing chronic and acute conditions.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to residents' needs.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in compliance with state regulations and facility policies.
• Educate residents and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance care outcomes and resident satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and communications in electronic medical records.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Engage in care initiation for chronic care management services to optimize resident health.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct physical examinations, medical histories, and medication reconciliation for residents.
• Develop and implement personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Prescribe medications and treatments within scope of practice and regulatory guidelines.
• Provide timely interventions for chronic conditions and acute illnesses.
• Educate residents and families on health-related topics to promote wellness.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings to review and enhance care strategies.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests to inform treatment decisions.
• Maintain compliance with documentation standards in electronic health records.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in Nursing and completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Unrestricted New York State Nurse Practitioner license and DEA permit.
• Eligibility to provide reimbursable services under Medicare and Medicaid.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience; 3 years preferred.
• Experience with eClinicalWorks (eCW) electronic health records is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of chronic care management and acute illness interventions.
• Excellent communication skills for resident and family education.
• Commitment to quality improvement and interdisciplinary collaboration.