Nurse Practitioner- Fee for Service
If you are an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN or NP) or physician assistant (PA) who enjoys working with the aging population, consider joining the TruHealth team. Our providers work primarily within nursing homes or assisted living communities. You will be responsible for providing our patients with personalized, coordinated health care that improves patient outcomes and prevents re-hospitalization.
TruHealth is a division of American Health Partners, a multifaceted company with operations in multiple states. We own nursing homes, health plans for Medicare beneficiaries living in long-term care facilities, as well as divisions offering psychiatric care, home health, hospice, rehabilitation and specialty pharmacy services.
About the role
As one of our advanced practice providers, you will exercise your independent judgement to treat patients with acute and chronic conditions, consulting with a supervising physician as appropriate. You will work closely with our facility partners and health plan leadership to implement our Treat in Place Protocols in compliance with all federal and state regulations.
This position gives you the opportunity to improve outcomes for long-term care residents by collaborating with a team of providers and case managers.
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 you provide
- Prescribing medications and ordering lab work, diagnostic procedures and consultations
- Monitoring patients’ compliance and response to their treatment and modifying those plans
Requirements
- APRN or PA license required
- Degree from an accredited APRN or PA program
- 3 years’ experience in clinical nursing or rehab in geriatric populations and/or Fee for Service experience
- Electronic Health Records experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel
Benefits
We offer competitive compensation, generous benefits and advancement opportunities.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May be required to provide training and advice to facility staff.