Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

Pennsylvania

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Job Details:
  • Provide primary medical coverage in collaboration with PO physicians as needed. Performs initial, semi-annual and annual assessments, performs additional assessments of participants as needed and implements appropriate plans of care to PO participants.
  • Participates in discharge planning for acute and long-term placement.
  • Evaluate and treat participants during acute illness. Prudently prescribes medications, therapies and other treatments for participants. Following consultation with the Primary Care Physician refers participants to a medical specialist as indicated.
  • Make nursing home/or home visits when needed.
  • Work with the Medical Director and Clinic Supervisor to formulate clinical policies, procedures and standards of care. Assists with the development of standards of care; performs on-going monitoring and evaluation of patient care practice and service delivery; provides guidance and training to staff regarding medical and quality assurance issues.
  • Advise the Medical Director and/or Primary Care Provider in ways and means to establish better accountability of the PO services to participants and referral sources. Acts as a resource during intake of new participants and in the day-to-day operation of the center programs.
Requirements:
  • Five (5) years of experience required preferably in long-term care.
  • Active PA License
  • Board Certified by ANCC or AANP
Date Posted: 01 April 2025
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