Geriatric Nurse Practitioner - Locum Tenens

Role Overview

The position is for a Geriatric Nurse Practitioner in a clinic setting, providing primary care services to elderly patients. The clinician will manage chronic conditions, conduct physical exams, cognitive screenings, and oversee medication management to ensure safe prescribing and minimize polypharmacy. Responsibilities include care coordination for patient transitions between hospitals, rehab, and home care. The role requires prescriptive authority and board certification. No call coverage is needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage geriatric patient health, including chronic disease management and preventative care
• Conduct physical exams and cognitive assessments
• Oversee medication prescribing and adjustments
• Coordinate patient transitions across care settings

Qualifications & Skills

• Board certification required
• Prescriptive authority essential
• Experience with geriatric population preferred
• Support staff includes MA and RN