Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant Primary Care SNF/ALF

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status
• Develop and implement treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and other treatments
• Provide patient education and counseling
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated care
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and standards of practice

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or physician assistant studies
• Current state licensure as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
• Certification as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant
• Experience in primary care, preferably in a skilled nursing facility or assisted living facility
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards