Nurse Practitioner- Part-Time
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 geriatrics focus. This position gives you the opportunity to improve outcomes for long-term care residents by collaborating with a team of providers and case managers. Our providers work primarily within nursing homes or assisted living communities with residents who are enrolled in special Medicare Advantage plans. You will be responsible for providing plan members with personalized, coordinated health care that improves quality of life and prevents unnecessary hospital visits. As one of our advance 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 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 you provide
- Prescribing medications and ordering lab work, diagnostic procedures and consultations
- Monitoring patients' compliance and response to their treatment and modifying those plans
- Working with RN case managers as part of an integrated care team
Qualifications
- FNP, AGNP, AHACNP or PA license required
- Degree from an accredited APRN or PA program
- 3 years' experience in clinical nursing or rehab in geriatric populations
- Electronic Health Records experience
- Working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Word, Outlook and Excel
Skills & Experience Preferred
- Primary Care in Geriatric Medicine
- Long Term Care (3 years)
Supervisory Responsibilities
May be required to provide training and advice to facility staff.