Nurse Practitioner
About the Role
TruHealth is seeking an advanced practice provider, either a nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) with experience in primary care or internal medicine, preferably with a geriatrics focus. This position offers the opportunity to improve outcomes for long-term care residents by collaborating with a team of providers and case managers. You’ll work primarily within nursing homes or assisted living communities with residents enrolled in special Medicare Advantage plans, providing personalized, coordinated health care that enhances quality of life and prevents unnecessary hospital visits.
As an advanced practice provider, you will exercise independent judgment to treat patients with acute and chronic conditions, consulting with a supervising physician as appropriate. You will work closely with facility partners and health plan leadership to implement our national model of care in compliance with all federal and state regulations.
Responsibilities
- Assessing patients’ medical and mental health needs and providing a plan of care that proactively manages their conditions and addresses barriers to care
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal agencies related to clinical services provided
- Prescribing medications and ordering lab work, diagnostic procedures, and consultations
- Monitoring patients’ compliance and response to treatment and modifying care plans as needed
- Working with RN case managers as part of an integrated care team
- Providing training and advice to facility staff as required
Requirements
- FNP, AGNP, AHACNP, or PA license required
- Degree from an accredited APRN or PA program
- 3 years’ experience in clinical nursing or rehabilitation in geriatric populations
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Excellent benefits package
- Growth opportunities
- Culture that values work-life balance and celebrates team members