Geriatrics Nurse Practitioner

Company: Atlas Search
Location: Teterboro
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Our client is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to their patients in the comfort of their homes. They specialize in providing comprehensive health services to the elderly, enabling them to maintain their independence and quality of life. Their dedicated team of healthcare professionals works collaboratively to offer personalized care tailored to each individual's needs.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in geriatrics or home care, bringing expertise and empathy to the role. You will be responsible for conducting well-visits, managing chronic conditions, and collaborating with our multidisciplinary team to enhance the health and well-being of our homebound patients.Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct Well-Visits: Perform thorough physical examinations, health assessments, and routine screenings for elderly patients during home visits.
• Patient Management: Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. Monitor chronic conditions, medication regimens, and provide education on disease management.
• Collaboration: Work closely with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical records, including patient history, assessment findings, and care plans.
• Patient Education: Provide education to patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and managing chronic conditions.
• Follow-Up Care: Coordinate and manage follow-up visits, laboratory tests, and referrals to specialists as needed.
• Emergency Response: Identify and respond to medical emergencies during home visits, providing initial care and coordinating further treatment as necessary.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the development and implementation of best practices in home care.Requirements:
  • Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
  • Licensure: Current and valid Nurse Practitioner license in NJ. Certification in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner preferred.
  • Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience in geriatrics or home care settings.
  • Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Compassionate approach with a focus on patient-centered care. Please note- The annual base salary range is $140k to $155k. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer. Atlas Search is a tri-state area recruitment agency, connecting new graduates, Advanced Practice Providers, Physicians and Nurse Leaders to hospitals, clinics, multi-specialty groups, nursing homes, managed care companies, private practices, and healthcare start-ups. If you would like to learn more about the opportunities we offer, please submit your CV for consideration here.

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